Delvaux - Shoulder bag

Delvaux – Vintage handbag / crossbody bag in black leather with braided panel and ring closure – Made in Belgium

Model and identification

Wooden ring closure with metal hook

Woven or braided leather front

Flap with grainy leather

Shoulder strap with adjustable snaps

Unlined interior in natural leather

Inside label “Delvaux – Made in Belgium”

This type is usually referred to in vintage Delvaux circles as a Delvaux “Ring” or “Cerceau” crossbody / shoulder bag (the name refers to the round ring closure). It belongs to the less well-known models alongside icons such as Brillant (1958) or Tempête (1967).

Description (suitable for auction or sale)

Elegant vintage handbag from the Belgian luxury house Delvaux, executed in black leather with a distinctive braided leather front. The bag closes with a striking wooden ring and gilded hook

The bag has an adjustable shoulder strap and a spacious interior with a zip pocket. The interior is finished in natural unlined leather and provided with the original label “Delvaux – Made in Belgium”.

Condition:

Exterior leather with light signs of use appropriate to age

Interior in excellent / near-perfect condition

A timeless and less common Delvaux model that reflects the artisanal quality of the world's oldest luxury leather goods house.

Photos serve as description. Chip in the ring at the closure. Otherwise, a good polish on the outside and it’s as good as new.