Mary Frances Rising Sun Handbag

This vintage, beaded and embellished hard-sided bag from designer Mary Frances is a stunner. Often, this style is found with parts of the palm tree missing but this one is complete and in wonderful condition. The tropical design features a rising sun, waves, a flamingo and palm tree. Embellishments are a mixed materials like beads, cord, leather and metals. The pattern of the all-over beading gives the appearance of ostrich skin. Bag is lined in black velvet-like fabric. Strap is silver-toned metal with gold cord woven through. 21.5” strap drop Clasp is magnetic Mary France, a woman-owned business, works with artisans around the world to bring her designs to life with their hand workmanship. All bags are crafted by artisans working in Certified Socially Compliant conditions. San Francisco Business Times has recognized Mary Francis as one of their Top 100 Women Owned Businesses over 15+ times. Current box-style bags from this designer sell for $395. Check out her website to see how her designs have evolved through the years. Beaded bags are very much on-trend, but why buy a mass-produced bag when you can own a piece of art like this?