Gianni Versace 1990s Crocodile-Pattern Glazed Leather Tote with Medusa Hardware, Black

A structured Gianni Versace shoulder tote in deep black glazed leather with a crocodile pattern, its handles anchored by small gold Medusa plaques: the polished day bag of the house’s 1990s heyday.

The Piece

In the early 1990s Gianni Versace answered the quiet leather goods of the Parisian houses with bags that carried the same confidence as his clothes. Black glazed leather with a crocodile pattern became one of the defining finishes: dramatic, durable and formal enough for evening, with the Medusa used sparingly in gold as a signature.

This tote is built on a firm rectangular body with a zipped top and gusseted sides that open to a generous interior. Two long rolled handles drop comfortably over the shoulder and are fixed to the front and back with square gold-tone Medusa plaques. The base sits on four gold-tone feet. Inside, black leather lining carries the woven Gianni Versace label, a zipped wall pocket and, on the outside back, a magnetic slip pocket.

The glazed surface holds its high shine and the scales are deeply defined. No species documentation accompanies the bag, so it is offered as crocodile-pattern leather. It is large enough for a document folder, a small laptop sleeve and daily essentials, and its clean shape works as well with tailoring as with denim.

Details

• Designer: Gianni Versace
• Season: 1990s (attributed)
• Model / ref: Crocodile-pattern leather shoulder tote with Medusa plaques
• Material: Glazed leather with crocodile pattern; leather lining
• Colour: Black
• Made in: Italy (believed)
• Tagged size: One size
• Measurements: Width 31 cm · Height 23 cm · Depth 11 cm · Handle drop approx. 58 cm total length
• Included: Bag only

Condition

• Pre-owned with light general use.
• No significant marks or damage to the glazed exterior.
• Corners and base feet in good order.
• Some wear to the interior label edge; lining clean.
• Zip runs smoothly.

Condition grade AB on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.

Authenticity & Care

Labels, stamps, fabric or leather, hardware engraving and stitching are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Store stuffed with tissue in a dust bag, away from heat; condition the leather lightly once a year.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final; please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.

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