Black snakeskin late 40's evening clutch bag


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  • Black snakeskin late 40s early 50s evening clutch bag P154
  • Black snakeskin late 40s early 50s evening clutch bag P154
  • Black snakeskin late 40s early 50s evening clutch bag P154
  • Black snakeskin late 40s early 50s evening clutch bag P154
  • Black snakeskin late 40s early 50s evening clutch bag P154

Black snakeskin late 40's early 50's evening clutch bag P154

Condition: Very good

Price: $45

Measurements
Size: the outside measurements of the bag are 15" long by 6" tall, but the frame section measures only 8" long.
Label: none

Description
Shiny black snakeskin adds texture to this late 1940's or early 50's evening clutch. The purse is long and narrow in shape, with the side sections being merely decorative--in other words, the frame of the bag is rectangular, and the flaps on each side give the purse its unusual shape, but cannot be used to carry anything. The gold metal hinge clasp is very slightly tarnished, and a few of the scales are peeling up at their edges (see close-up photo). The bag has no other flaws, and is in very good condition. It has a black faille lining with one zip and one slip pocket, and an attached coin purse.