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Koret Black Ostrich, Red Leather Structured Ladies Handbag and Coin Purse

About the Item

From the mid-late 1950s to early 1960s, a structured, black Ostrich handbag made by Koret, NYC. Koret was established in 1929 by Richard Koret. By the 1940s the company was a leader in the handbag industry, combining great design with quality craftsmanship for the US and export markets. During WWII Koret designed the bags for the women’s divisions of the military and for the Red Cross. A classic and substantial vintage bag in a black ostrich skin and a tailored red leather interior. Made with skin wrapped double handles, a brass hinged frame, gold-tone hardware including a push-button closure, and sitting on four brass feet. A clean pocketed interior, the largest pocket with a zipper closure. Included is the original black silk coin purse attached to the bag by a gold tone chain, and a hand mirror. Marked: Koret, Made of Genuine Ostrich Measures: Bag: 10 in. L x 8 in. W with an expandable depth. Handle drop: 3.5 in. In very good vintage condition, minimal wear to the skin and hardware. The bag was kept nicely with a clean interior.
  • Creator:
    Koret (Fashion House)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    International Style (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Leather,Ostrich Leather,Hand-Crafted,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s-1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In very good vintage condition, minimal wear to the skin and the hardware. The bag was kept nicely with a clean interior.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1758220908772
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