{"product_id":"vintage-1930s-40s-purple-wool-handbag-40048","title":"Vintage 1930s–40s Purple Wool Handbag – Gold-Tone Frame, Mirror \u0026 Coin Purse","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage 1930s–40s Purple Wool Handbag – Gold-Tone Frame, Mirror \u0026amp; Coin Purse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful late 1930s to early 1940s handbag fashioned from rich violet-purple wool, with a softly gathered rounded body and an elegant curved gold-tone metal frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bag closes with an unusual decorative kiss-lock clasp formed from two ribbed, angled fasteners. A matching wool-covered handle allows it to be carried comfortably by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pale grey fabric interior includes a small framed coin purse and a separate rectangular handbag mirror. These charming surviving accessories add to the bag’s appeal as an original mid-century evening or occasion piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant accessory for a vintage wedding, cocktail outfit, period costume or handbag collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate 1930s to early 1940s\u003cbr\u003e\nRich violet-purple wool\u003cbr\u003e\nSoft gathered pouch construction\u003cbr\u003e\nRounded silhouette\u003cbr\u003e\nCurved gold-tone metal frame\u003cbr\u003e\nDecorative ribbed kiss-lock fastening\u003cbr\u003e\nMatching wool-covered carrying handle\u003cbr\u003e\nPale grey fabric lining\u003cbr\u003e\nInternal slip pocket\u003cbr\u003e\nSeparate small framed coin purse\u003cbr\u003e\nRectangular handbag mirror\u003cbr\u003e\nNo maker’s label found\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease add:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum width: 8\"\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight excluding handle: 7.5\"\u003cbr\u003e\nFrame width: 8\"\u003cbr\u003e\nHandle drop: 6\"\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth when filled: approx 4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition overall, with signs of age and previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purple wool has some surface marks, light dust, lint and areas of flattening or variation to the pile. The gold-tone frame and handle fittings show scratches, spotting, tarnish and plating wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pale grey lining is heavily creased and has scattered marks, several small holes and areas of wear around the frame attachment. There is also some fraying and weakness to the interior seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small framed coin purse has staining and discolouration to its fabric, together with tarnish and residue around the metal frame. The mirror has scratches, spotting and deterioration around the edges. The bag remains a wonderfully evocative original piece but should be handled with suitable care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pretty Vintage Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56860897640834,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0333\/6765\/4537\/files\/pretty-vintage-boutique-vintage-1930s-40s-purple-wool-handbag-gold-tone-frame-mirror-coin-purse-vintage-1930s-40s-purple-wool-handbag-gold-tone-frame-mirror-coin-purse-1255270520.jpg?v=1787247501","url":"https:\/\/prettyvintageboutique.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1930s-40s-purple-wool-handbag-40048","provider":"Pretty Vintage Boutique ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}