Vintage purse 1950's outlet "Curiosité " unique piece retro chic insolite steampunk upcycling

EXHIBITION OF OLYMPE'S HANDBAGS AT THE TASSEN HANDBAGS MUSEUM IN outlet AMSTERDAM.


Vintage American handbag from the 1950s in green wood. The interior is in green damask fabric and has a small mirror. It is reworked by taking inspiration from a Venetian technique very fashionable in the 18th century: Arte Povera or Lacca Contrafatta which has practically disappeared today. A vintage Japanese pompom completes the decor.

Composition around a work by François Boucher "Chinese curiosity" representing an oriental scene in rockery style, in the spirit of "chinoiseries" very fashionable in the 18th century.


UNIQUE SIGNED PIECE
MADE IN PARIS



Length 18cm
Height: 15cm
Depth 15cm

This handbag is unique and precious. It requires a lot of love and attention. It may have imperfections due to its age. It is not made for intensive or daily use....