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Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s

$425
£321.24
€373.82
CA$599.54
A$604.64
CHF 352
MX$7,358.74
NOK 4,034.10
SEK 4,168.64
DKK 2,794.36

About the Item

A rare Longchamps--not Longchamp--evening purse made even more noteworthy by its swirling micro bead pattern, punctuated by delicate pink and blue pavé flowers. A diminutive but powerful statement accessory. Petite chain handle evening bag with patterned gilt top frame; covered in ivory seed beads and pavé beaded flowers front and back. Open interior compartment; kiss clasp top closure. Fully lined in ivory silk grosgrain. fabric: silk grosgrain, goldtone metal, seed beads noteworthy: clean with compressed air repairs: reattached lining where necessary condition: very good with a handful of makeup marks on lining gusset and light interior wear measurements: width: 4 ¼” at narrowest, 5 ½” at widest height: 4 ¾” depth: 1” bottom gusset mouth: opens to 3” handle: 5 ½” drop label: Longchamps (made in France)
  • Designer:
    Longchamps
  • Brand:
    Longchamps
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Evening (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Very good condition with stray makeup marks inside lining gusset and light interior wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0413.15.0141stDibs: LU864317508142

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