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Posted 12 months ago
laurelgrove
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I want to identify the age and manufacurer of this envelope-style purse. It has a label inside that says made in Mexico. The logo, however is the Eiffel Tower. The first word of the manufacturers name is unreadable. After the first word, it says Artisticas, S.A. The clasp is the most unique feature: when the flap is open, the 2 oval discs of the clasp are horizontal. To close, you press down, just underneath the discs, and the discs slowly rotate 45 degrees to a vertical position, which latches the flap - this action is mechanical, and appears magical when you see it happen. Does this type of closure have a name? I believe this to be a vintage purse, perhaps from the 1960's? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
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I believe the one word is key Artísticas, S.A. De C.V. in Ciudad de Mexico is a real local business or establishment located at Sur 71, 09480 Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico. I think it was a purse made or exported from their company . It is a Business district in mexico. Most likely a copy of France's High quality Eiffel Tower Handbangs , Very nice at any rate . Anyone else jump in this is just my 2 cents worth :-)
Greetings from Philadelphia. Just love vintage handbags.
Well, you got some good advice from Manikin.
As for my 2cents, it is always easier to comment when you include a photo of labels or maker's marks of any sort. Otherwise it is just a guess and that is not what you seek.
Style-wise it is a take-off of that famous Hermes bag but I'll contain my comments until I see a label and other markings.
The closure may also have a maker's mark on the back side of it which will give you manufacturer's information.
The detective work is the most fun, isn't it?
DD@Phila