Chanel Matelasse Vanity Case, Leather Faded from Black to Brown

Name: Chanel Matelasse Vanity Case, Leather Faded from Black to Brown
Brand: Chanel
SKU: JP-MW-EQL9H7
Price: 6435.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Brown-toned diamond quilting wraps this Chanel vanity case, whose original black colour has faded with age.

The Piece

The woven chain handle and CC turn-lock retain a contrasting gold tone, with local discolouration visible on the fittings. Inside, a mirror occupies the lid and a burgundy-lined compartment contains open and elasticated storage. This is a structured cosmetics-case format rather than a soft flap shoulder bag, so the depth matters as much as the width.

The material description says leather, not lambskin; the earlier title overstated the hide species. A serial beginning 305 and an accompanying card are present, but they are not used to date the piece to a single year. Fading should not be presented as a newly applied brown factory colour.

Separate views document the mirror, interior CC, elasticated storage and serial-sticker area. The lid and lower compartment should be inspected together before assuming that every cosmetic container will fit.

Details

Form: Structured Matelasse vanity case
Original colour: Black, now faded to a brown cast
Width: 30 cm (11.8 in)
Height: 17.5 cm (6.9 in)
Depth: 16.5 cm (6.5 in)
Recorded handle length: 29.5 cm (11.6 in); not a verified drop
Interior: Mirror, open compartments and elasticated storage
Closure: CC turn-lock
Identification: Serial prefix 305
Included: Case and card

Condition

Original AB grade. Surface rubbing and light soiling, a small top stain, rubbed corners, worn handle areas and discoloured hardware are present. Interior pressure marks, light soiling and scratches remain part of the condition. The overall brown cast is acknowledged age-related colour change.

Authenticity & Care

Support the base and keep the chain from pressing into the quilted leather or mirror. Avoid recolouring, solvents and repeated rubbing of the faded surface. Store away from heat and strong light; any proposed treatment should consider the leather, metal and mirror together.