Summary
Handbag made by an unknown manufacturer, although the donor remembers that it was most likely made in Melbourne.
It was used by the donor for a number of years from around 1965, and is featured in many press photographs of her, both in Australia and overseas, including London and New York.
Physical Description
Black leather cylindrical shoulder-strap bag with metallic zippered fastening across top and right side. Centre front is a metal rectangular shaped name plate facility. The shoulder strap is attached with metal rings to each side of bag and consists of leather shapes and chains attached to metal rings.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 21 Nov 1994
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User
Ms Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1965-1990
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
260 mm (Length), 150 mm (Width), 180 mm (Height)
Total length is 520mm from strap to base of bag.
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Women's Clothing Accessories, Making History - Prue Acton
