This is an absolutely exquisite vintage Waldybag, a small and dainty lizard skin handbag in a very rare, if not now unique, design from our favourite vintage top end British brand. It is still in super condition for a handbag which dates from around the 1940's. The lizard skin is still shiny with no splits or cracks. The gilt frame of the handbag has some minor tarnishing through age but not sufficient to detract from the handbag's appearance. The top bar is covered in a rich brown leather, matching the base. The handbag is lined in a brown watered silk with one of the earliest, if not the earliest logo, embossed in gilt on the lining. The only minor issue is that some of the silk lining, whilst clean and unused, has darkened and hardened because the glue used to fix it has hardened over the years causing the fabric to stiffen and darken. So any wear to this beautiful bag is age rather than use related, this is a not uncommon feature of very old brands, including Waldybags, from the 30s and 40s. The inside of the coin purse has a couple of brown age spots but is otherwise clean, it is still attached to the handbag by the original gilt chain, itself a remarkable feat to have remained intact for so long. The single handle which is leather lined for strength is still in excellent condition firm and strong. Waldybags are sought after because of their quality and workmanship, the fabulous designs (Waldys are exhibited in the V&A) and because they were worn by HM the Queen and other members of the royal family, can't get a better endorsement than that.
This is an absolutely adorable little statement handbag. The detail, design and condition make it a very collectable vintage bag where the intricacy and quality of workmanship exude quality, it's also in a very rare and unusual design, we love it. This is very much a statement bag for special occasions, guaranteed to elicit envious glances, probably now unique we have never seen another. Perfect gift for her
It is 9" x 5.5" x 3.5"
This is an absolutely adorable little statement handbag. The detail, design and condition make it a very collectable vintage bag where the intricacy and quality of workmanship exude quality, it's also in a very rare and unusual design, we love it. This is very much a statement bag for special occasions, guaranteed to elicit envious glances, probably now unique we have never seen another. Perfect gift for her
It is 9" x 5.5" x 3.5"