Vintage 1930s British Made Chinoiserie Brocade Envelope Clutch Bag – Blue Gold Evening Purse
Description
A beautiful original 1930s envelope clutch bag, British made and covered in richly woven blue, gold and silver-toned chinoiserie brocade.
The wonderfully detailed fabric depicts a romanticised East Asian landscape populated by figures carrying baskets and walking among trees, stylised buildings and geometric garden forms. Different weaving techniques create areas of raised texture and subtle variations in sheen, allowing the scene to change as it catches the light.
The bag has a classic oversized envelope silhouette with a softly curved flap and discreet press-stud fastening. It opens to reveal a pale champagne-coloured lining with gathered sections and several useful internal pockets.
An original woven label inside reads “British Made”.
This is an exceptionally atmospheric surviving accessory from the interwar period, when chinoiserie textiles and East Asian-inspired decorative motifs were highly fashionable in European interiors and dress. Its restrained powder-blue, silver and muted gold palette is particularly elegant and would work beautifully as an evening bag, vintage bridal accessory or display piece.
Features
Original 1930s envelope clutch bag
Woven blue, gold and silver-toned brocade
Chinoiserie landscape design
Figures, baskets, trees and architectural motifs
Textured jacquard-style weave
Curved envelope flap
Press-stud fastening
Champagne-coloured lining
Multiple internal pockets
Original “British Made” label
No carrying strap or handle
Fabric composition unmarked
Measurements
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Width: 15"
Height when closed: 10"
Depth: 0.5"
Maximum flap length: 7"
Internal pocket dimensions: same as outer bag
Condition
Good vintage condition with age-related wear.
The brocade exterior remains attractive and retains strong colour and woven detail. There is some very minor surface wear, pulled threads and light fraying around the edges and corners.
The pale lining has age-related creasing, discolouration, scattered marks and some wear around the gathered pocket sections. The internal label is frayed at one end but remains legible.
The press-stud fastening is present; The bag has not been professionally cleaned and is offered with its original vintage patina.
