Harry Rosengfeld, premier handbag designer of the mid century, designed this bag for evening wear. It is a stylized oval with a fold over flap. The leather is a bright and stunning gold, similar to a lame. The leather has a crinkled look to it. There is a huge tassel on the bottom of the flap. The tassel has a large circular accent piece that is made from metallic threads and is covered with gold trim and rhinestones. The strands of the tassel are thick and long and swing with movement. It extends outwards from the front of the flap and provides depth and dimension. When the flap is lifted there is a brushed goldtone frame on the bag. The bag opens and closes with a lift up tab. The underside of the flap is lined with a gold silk like fabric. This same fabric lines the inside of the bag. There is an open pocket and the iconic Rosenfeld fan is inside. There also is a label stating “Kilmer-Olin Fountainbleau Hotel Miami Beach.” The inside is very clean, looking as though the bag was never used. The gold tone carry strap is made from woven silk(?) cord with a drop of 21”. The measurements of the bag are 8.5”h x 6”w x 1.5”d.
The purse is in great condition. The 2024 leather on ther bottom shows some wear but this really cannot be seen since it is on the flat bottom of the bag. There is some fraying of the strap under the fold over flap so again it cannot be seen.
Different and timeless, this purse is a winner!
Product code: Vintage Rosenfeld Evening Purse with Ornate 2024 Tassel