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Lot 144

Collection of Six Bags; Two Picasso, Two Tiffany, Two Bally, 1980-2010s

Lot 144

Collection of Six Bags; Two Picasso, Two Tiffany, Two Bally, 1980-2010s

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $400 - $600

Estimate$400 – $600

Status

Closed

Collection of Six Bags; Two Picasso, Two Tiffany, Two Bally, 1980-2010s

This lot includes six bags.

THE FIRST
Light brown leather tote bag with front and back side pockets, gold-tone "X" on front, zip top closure, and lined in black logo fabric, and removable shoulder strap. The bottom has imprinted "By Paloma Picasso". Comes with dust bag and box.
Label: By Paloma Picasso

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 11"
Width: 15.5"
Depth: 5"
Strap Drop: 4"

THE SECOND
Red quilted leather tote bag with front and back side pockets lined in black synthetic leather, gold-tone hardware on chain handles and tasseled zipper pull; paired with mirror. Comes with dust bag.
Label: Bally

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 12"
Width: 14.5"
Depth: 4.25"
Strap Drop: 12"

THE THIRD
Yellow quilted leather cross body bag with gold-tone chain and leather strap and hardware, and lined in black synthetic leather. Comes with a dust bag.
Label: Bally

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 5.5"
Width: 7"
Depth: 2"
Strap Drop: 23"

THE FOURTH
Brown lizard skin flap handbag with gold-tone hardware, back side pocket, lined in brown leather, and front pressure clasp closure. Comes with a dust bag.
Label: Tiffany & Co.

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 8"
Width: 9.5"
Depth: 4"
Strap Drop: 4.5"

THE FIFTH
Black ostrich flap handbag with gold-tone hardware, back side pocket, lined in black leather, and front pressure clasp closure. Comes with a dust bag.
Label: Tiffany & Co.

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 8"
Width: 9.25"
Depth: 5"
Strap Drop: 4.5"

THE SIXTH
Light brown leather tote bag lined in black leather, gold-tone metal "XXX" on front, and leather tubular hand straps. The bottom has imprinted "Paloma Picasso".
Label: Paloma Picasso

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 13"
Width: 16"
Depth: 6"
Strap Drop: 13"

Property from the Collection of Joseph H. and June S. Hennage, Williamsburg, Virginia

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good with no visible issues.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is good structurally though the lining is degrading. There is minor wear along bottom and there is a black line on base. Comes with detached original sales tags.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good on the exterior however, the interior lining is degrading.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good structurally though there is wear throughout the bag most noticeably on the lining where there are multiple scratches, the front clasp plating has worn away on the edges as well as on the bottom peg feet.

THE FIFTH
The overall condition is very good with some minor scratches on the lining and the base peg feet are worn. There are some minor striations on the front clasp hardware.

THE SIXTH
The overall condition is very good though there is a light white residue on the lining.

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. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional condition photos, please use the INQUIRE button or email couturecr@lesliehindman.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact.

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Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

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

The September Sale: Fall Fashion & Luxury Accessories

Collection of Six Bags; Two Picasso, Two Tiffany, Two Bally, 1980-2010s

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