Vintage 70’s Hand Bag with Wooden Handles and Floral Design Snap Closure NEW
$ 10.04
Description
Vintage 70’s Hand Bag with Wooden Handles and Floral Design Snap Closure NEW. • The Shell: Use a soft, damp microfiber cloth with a tiny drop of mild dish soap to wipe the frosted plastic. Avoid harsh chemicals like Windex or alcohol, as they can cause Lucite to "craze" (develop tiny internal cracks). New with tag. Part Of Nature Vintage Clear Real Flower & leaf Pressed Floral Design Transparent Bag With Wooden Handles and Magnetic Closures. Has some damage on the plastic as shown in pictures. This is a distinctive vintage Lucite or vinyl handbag, likely from the 1960s or early 1970s. These "pressed flower" bags were a popular fashion statement of that era, often handmade or produced by boutique brands. Key Features & Identification • Material: The outer shell is a translucent, frosted vinyl or Lucite, held together by metallic rivets. • Design: It features real or silk pressed purple orchids and lavender-colored sprigs embedded within the material. • Hardware: The handles are carved dark wood, which was a hallmark of high-end accessories from this period, often associated with designers like Enid Collins or labels such as "Part of Nature" (which appears to be the faint branding on the bottom edge of your bag). Cleaning and Care Since these materials are delicate and can yellow or crack over time, here is how to keep it in good condition: • The Shell: Use a soft, damp microfiber cloth with a tiny drop of mild dish soap to wipe the frosted plastic. Avoid harsh chemicals like Windex or alcohol, as they can cause Lucite to "craze" (develop tiny internal cracks). • The Wood: If the wooden handles look dry, a small amount of lemon oil or furniture wax applied with a cloth will restore the luster. • Storage: Keep it out of direct sunlight. The UV rays will cause those vibrant purple flowers to fade into a brownish-grey over time. Market Value Bags like this are quite collectible. In good condition with minimal yellowing and intact rivets, they generally retail between $45 and $85 on vintage marketplaces like Etsy or eBayi
