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Lot 63. A burgundy box-calf top-handle bag with gold-tone hardware, French, circa 1995
Structured top-handle bag with turn-lock closure, leather-lined interior with zipped pocket. Blind-stamped maker's mark and production stamp.
Estimate US$2,000–3,000
- Condition
- Very good. Light rubbing to two base corners, faint scratches to the hardware, interior clean. With dust bag; no box.
- Provenance
- Purchased new in Paris by the consignor; with the original receipt.
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