🌟HP🌟VTG 1950s Black Floral Tapestry Carpet Bag Top Handle Handbag by Dover USA

Carpet bags date back to the 1800s and were made from oriental carpet scraps. They became popular as luggage in the USA and Europe in the 19th century. Carpetbags featured simple handles and an upper frame, which served as its closure. They made a brief resurgence in the 1960s with the Hippie generation who salvaged bags from old family attics and second-hand stores. Some smaller, modern versions were manufactured in this time period as handbags or purses like this beauty--a vintage 1950s Black Floral Tapestry Carpet Bag Top Handle Handbag! This exquisite structured bag was made in the USA by Dover over 70 years ago! It features a floral tapestry exterior with muted flowers in rose, pink, green, blue and gold on a black background. Sides are black vinyl with matching piping. Includes textured hinged frame with thick black vinyl top handle. Round button style clasp lifts to open and close. Roomy interior will hold essentials plus and is lined in beige vinyl with brass metal zippered pocket. Truly an amazing vintage find that’s sure to get attention when you wear it!💕Professionally authenticated. Details: VTG 1950s; VGUC considering its age; Fabric has some pilling; frame may have been gold appears silver now; fabric near interior zip pocket lining has staining; vinyl lining has cuts near hinges; wear at corners; see photos for more details. Black, rose, pink, green, blue, gold 11"L x 3.75"W x 7.25"H Handle drop 5" Made in USA Smoke free home Fast Careful, Shipper!