Saint Laurent Lou Medium Chain Shoulder Bag, Chevron-Quilted Leather, Ivory, Antique Gold-Tone Monogram
Saint Laurent Lou Medium Chain Shoulder Bag, Chevron-Quilted Leather, Ivory, Antique Gold-Tone Monogram
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An ivory shoulder bag in chevron-quilted leather, with an antique gold-tone monogram, a chain strap and a small matching pouch.
The Piece
Yves Saint Laurent opened his house in Paris in 1961, and the interlaced YSL monogram, drawn that year by the poster artist A. M. Cassandre, has been its signature ever since.
The flap is quilted in a chevron pattern that points down to the monogram, and the body is carried on a chain strap threaded with leather or on the short top handle. The metalwork is finished in antique gold-tone, and the inside is lined in black fabric.
A pouch is included.
Details
- Maker: Saint Laurent
- Model: Lou, medium
- Material: Chevron-quilted leather, antique gold-tone metal
- Measurements: Height 18 cm (7.1 in); width 28.5 cm (11.2 in); depth 8.5 cm (3.3 in); strap drop, full length 101 cm (39.8 in)
- Size: Medium
- Colour: Ivory
- Fastening: Flap with magnetic closure
- Reference: 801429
- Included: Pouch
Condition
- Grade A in Japan: slight signs of use, with slight soiling on the base and slight dullness on the metal parts.
- A mark is noted on the pouch.
- The quilting and the flap shape are intact in the photographs.
Condition grade A (good) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Date code, stamps, stitching and hardware engraving are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Store it in its dust bag away from heat and direct sun, keep it out of damp, and wipe gently with a soft dry cloth.
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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