Classic Croc-Embossed Structured Top-Handle Bag in Dark Brown

Mid-Century Artisan Luxury, Top Handle Bag, Box Bag, highly structured vintage top-handle handbag, Luxury, Top Handle Bag, Box Bag, genuine Best guess crocodile/alligator exotic skin based on nature of how it is aging. Guess 1940/ 1950s/1960, the absolute pinnacle luxury leatherwork. It perfectly mirrors the silhouettes of premier makers like Marcos USA or Italian artisan workshops. Premium Details:Skin-Wrapped Pop-Up Clasp Features a rare, premium skin-wrapped hinged closure flanked by thick, solid brass tubular collars.Symmetrical Skin Selection: Front and back panels display meticulously selected, centered square tiles/scales. No expense was spared in hide placement. Leather Interior: Inside is completely lined in, supple, dark brown genuine leather) cute pocket detail for lipstick Interior zippered pocket features a premium vintage BEST branded metal zipper pull, heavily used by elite fashion houses of this era.The main exterior body skin is remarkably intact with a beautiful, deep glossy luster. The interior is very clean, and the brass hardware retains a gorgeous natural patina.Please Note (Handle Flaw): i used a silk scarf. There is some superficial cracking on the handle due to age (see last photo for close-up). fully functional hardware Due to the delicate, rare nature of vintage exotic, this item is sold As-Is / Final Sale. Detailed photos of the handle wear have been provided. Please review all pictures and ask any questions or more photos before purchasing