Six Lana Marks Alligator Bags, 1990-2010s

This lot includes six bags.

THE FIRST
A purple alligator clutch with convertible strap in purple alligator and double pocket on interior lined with black leather.
Label: Lana Marks Made in Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 10"
Width: 2.5"
Depth: 7"
Strap drop: 22"

THE SECOND
Light tan alligator mini doctor bag with removable alligator strap and attached handle lined in tan leather and trimmed with gold-tone hardware and clasps.
Label: Lana Marks Made in Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 8"
Width: 3.5"
Depth: 5.5"
Hard strap drop: 2"
Cross-body strap drop: 23"

THE THIRD
Indigo alligator bag with indigo alligator hard handles with removable strap. Lined with black leather. Closes down center with zipper.
Label: Lana Marks Made in Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 14"
Width: 4"
Depth: 11.5"
Attached strap drop: 2.5"
Removable strap drop: 21"

THE FOURTH
Turquoise alligator clutch with gold-tone hardware and lined with light grey leather, detachable green bead tassel and turquoise alligator strap.
Label: Lana Marks Made in Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 10.5"
Width: 1.5"
Depth: 4"
Detachable strap drop: 24"

THE FIFTH
Vintage black alligator cellphone carrying case, with gold-tone hardware and detachable strap.
Label: Lana Marks Made in Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 2.5"
Width: 1.5"
Depth: 7"
Detachable strap drop: 25"

THE SIXTH
A brown alligator shoulder bag with front pocket and flap, zipper across top, and lined in brown leather.
Label: Lana of London Made in Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 7"
Width: 2.5"
Depth: 5.5"
Adjustable strap drop: 18.5 -21"

Property from the Estate of Patricia Ann Black Smyth, Sold to Benefit Berea College, Berea, Kentucky

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is fair with some dullness in the alligator on front and back from wear.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is fair with discoloration around some seems from glue and slightly mishapened from storage.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is good with general wear on exterior.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good with wear general wear around edge.

THE FIFTH
The overall condition is good with minor wear from use.

THE SIXTH
The overall condition is very good, slightly mishapen from storage.

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Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

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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.

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Six Lana Marks Alligator Bags, 1990-2010s

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