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Lot 243

Two Gucci Bamboo Handled Bags, 1980-1990s

Lot 243

Two Gucci Bamboo Handled Bags, 1980-1990s

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $500 - $700

Estimate$500 – $700

Status

Closed

Two Gucci Bamboo Handled Bags, 1980-1990s

This lot includes two handbags.

THE FIRST
Dark beige leather bamboo handle 1947 bag with front flap, gold-tone hardware, a detachable shoulder strap, and front twist closure.
Label: Gucci
Style/Serial Number: 000 46 0633

Detailed Features
10.5" L x 7" H x 3.75" W
5" Handle Drop
20.25" Strap Drop
Main textile: Tan leather
Trim: N/A
Lining: Tan leather
Hardware type: Gold-tone metal
Handles: Single top bamboo handle
Straps: Detachable tan leather shoulder strap
Interior details: Single main compartment, a front slip pocket, and a back zippered pocket with a slip pocket
Additions: N/A
Country of origin: Made in Italy
Not Included: Dust bag, authentication card

THE SECOND
Brown leather bamboo handle flap bag with gold-tone hardware, and front twist closure.
Label: Gucci
Style/Serial Number: 000 406 0147

Detailed Features
11.75" L x 7.5" H x 4" W
4" Handle Drop
Main textile: Brown leather
Trim: N/A
Lining: Brown suede leather
Hardware type: Gold-tone metal
Handles: Single top bamboo handle
Interior details: Three main compartments with a slip pocket in the front compartment and both a slip and zippered pocket in the middle compartment
Additions: Materials card
Country of origin: Made in Italy
Not Included: Dust bag, authentication card

Property from the Carmen S. Holeman Trust, Indianapolis, Indiana

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good though there is a faint mark on the front left side and very faint darkening on the top of the bag, the bottom corners and where the handle attaches. There are small scratches on the bottom edges of the bag. On the interior, there is a faint mark on the bottom left and slight wear through out the leather.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good though there are a few scratches on the front by the closure and along the bottom, on the bottom of the back and on the handle. There is some slight wear to the edges on the side and the bottom corners as well as slight wear in the suede leather interior however, no visible marks on the interior.

Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email us with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.

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Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

timothylong@hindmanauctions.com 312.334.4222

Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

Michael Hall

Cataloguer, Couture & Luxury Accessories

michaelhall@hindmanauctions.com 312 280 1212

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