Valentino Garavani - Bag

Valentino Garavani – Vintage Bicolour Top Handle Handbag

An elegant top handle handbag bearing the Valentino Garavani name, featuring a structured trapezoidal silhouette and a classic combination of black and dark brown. The design is complemented by gold-tone hardware, a distinctive turn-lock fastening, and a padlock featuring the V logo.

The bag has two structured top handles, a spacious interior with divided compartments, and an internal zipped pocket. A matching key and leather clochette are included.

Stylistically, the bag reflects the refined, structured handbag designs associated with the late 1990s and early 2000s. However, its exact production period and model designation have not been established.

## Specifications

Brand: Valentino Garavani (marked)

Type: Top Handle Handbag

Design: Structured trapezoidal silhouette

Colour: Black and Dark Brown

Dimensions

Height: 24 cm Width: 33 cm Depth: 15 cm Handle Drop: 11 cm

Material Leather-like exterior, believed to be leather, with a textile and leather-like interior.

Hardware Gold-tone metal hardware, including a turn-lock fastening, four protective base studs, and a V-logo padlock.

Closure Turn-lock strap fastening and upper zip closure.

Interior Divided storage compartments with an internal zipped pocket.

Accessories V-logo padlock, key, and leather clochette.

The bag measures approximately 24 cm in height, 33 cm in width, and 15 cm in depth, with a handle drop of approximately 11 cm.

## Condition Summary

This is a pre-owned handbag showing signs of wear consistent with age and previous use.

The exterior displays minor scratches, surface rubbing, and general handling marks. Wear is more noticeable around the corners and edges, including some deterioration of the edge finishing.

The handles show surface rubbing, creasing, and slight colour variations, while retaining their overall shape. The side panels display some creasing, particularly near the lower sections.

The gold-tone hardware exhibits small scratches, tarnishing, and surface wear. The interior shows signs of use, including minor marks and rubbing.

The bag retains its structured silhouette, with no major tears visible in the supplied assessment.

The padlock and key are present, although their functionality has not been tested. The operation of the zippers has also not been confirmed.

An interior nameplate bearing the inscription “HIROKO MAENO” is present. Its origin and relationship to the bag have not been established.

The exact model, production date, and authenticity remain subject to further verification.

A refined piece suitable for collectors and enthusiasts of timeless design.

## Shipping Information

Shipping is from Japan, primarily via DHL, FedEx, or Japan Post. Depending on the buyer’s country, import duties or consumption tax may apply and are the responsibility of the buyer. Please note that courier collection is not available on weekends, so shipments are made on weekdays only. To keep international shipping costs reasonable, the bag will be carefully folded for shipping. Please understand that temporary creases may occur during transit.

Notice for EU Buyers

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These charges are determined by local customs authorities and/or the shipping carrier and are the buyer's responsibility. Please check your local import regulations before bidding or purchasing.