Black Leather Handbag from Mid Century

Black Leather Purse from Mid Century - Handbag with Gathered Leather Detailing, Black Satin Lining and Two Leather Straps This is a beautifully made soft black leather handbag from mid-century. The leather has been gathered to the leather-covered frame. Inside is black satin with three pockets - one with a zipper and the others without. The clasp is gold tone metal. There is no maker's mark in the purse but it has been extremely well made - that was the era before "fast fashion"! It has two leather handles, attached on each side of the bag. Each handle is 32 inches in total length, so it is meant to be a bag that can be carried on the wrist or by the hand. The bottom has a gusset so the purse opens to hold more items. The main part of the purse measures 17 cm x 18.5 cm. 6 x 6 inches. It is in almost perfect condition considering its age! It has a lot of life left in it.