![Handbag - Tan Suede [boxed]](/content/media/11/170161-small.jpg)
Summary
Tan suede ladies' handbag, made by Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, Richmond, 1970s. Retailed by Olga Geiger, Collins Street, Melbourne.
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd was formed in 1924 and produced leather gloves and coats, handbags, helmets and associated leather goods. The company first operated in Smith Street, and subsequently Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, relocating to Victoria Street, Richmond in 1928, where it remained until 1988.
Physical Description
.1 Ladies' tan suede bag in original box. Cotton (poplin moire) lining with leather trim. Two straps have gilt fastenings. .2 Tissue wrapped mirror. Sample.
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Manufacturer
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, 488-496 Victoria Street, Richmond North, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1970s
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Retailer
K Olga Geiger, Collins Street, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1970s
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Inscriptions
Label inside reads "Made for Olga Geiger Collins St." Second label inside reads "Made for Simpson's Gloves P/L (logo) Victoria Top Grain Hide". Accompanying box has writing on side "9404 ? Gazelda".
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Classification
Manufacturing & industry, Clothing accessories, Sample products
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
27.5 cm (Length), 21 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
170 mm (Length), 170 mm (Width), 130 mm (Height)
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