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Cheneys, London Velvet Leather, Travel Bag or Briefcase, 1950s, England

$759.40
£566.93
€640
CA$1,055.03
A$1,134.84
CHF 606.49
MX$13,376.49
NOK 7,646.41
SEK 6,990.27
DKK 4,877.52

About the Item

Handbag / suitcase / travel bag / briefcase by Cheney, England. Period of manufacture: around 1950. Black, thick, soft velvet (probably cotton) with beautiful British stripes in red, green, beige, brown blue. The case handle are made of black leather. Brass hardware. The buckles inside say: ‘'Bon Voyage’'. Inside a beige/slightly golden shimmering fabric cover was used. The leather straps inside with press studs (‘'NEWEY ENGLAND’') must have held something once. Absolutely high-quality workmanship, elegant design fantastic quality. One of a kind. Dimensions: 37 cm length approx. 15 cm width / wider at the bottom, flexible width. Height approx. 30 cm Handle: approx. 12 x 15.5 cm
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
  • Style:
    British Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa. 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very nice antique condition. There are slight signs of age and use, for example on the brass feet or a small scratch on one corner. See pictures.
  • Seller Location:
    Andernach, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8556235265112

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