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Updated Aug 22

RARE 1950s Vintage Theodor of California Light Ivory Large Handbag

Name: RARE 1950s Vintage Theodor of California Light Ivory Large Handbag
Brand: Theodor of California
SKU: 65c5134017fb4bb9741dfe3e
Price: 82.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Theodor of California

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Theodor of California label, absolutely stunning design. Fabric is a vinyl exclusive to the Theodor brand called “Tempra”. Made circa ~1950s-60s. Absolutely stunning large handbag, with statement brass knobs. Dimensions: 9.5” tall, 13.5” wide, 4.5” from top of purse to top of handle Condition: excellent vintage condition. There are two “dents” on one side that might smooth out but no rips or stains.

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zzzzzz111111 Evening, Are there any cracks, splits, worn corners, etc... especially cracks in the vinyl near and or under the hinge points where the frame comes together - particularly in the deep folds of the vinyl? I'm looking to get this for my wife I have to see what I've got from my SSA check. John

Mar 11Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 nope, no cracks or splits in the vinyl. Just a dent on one side shown in pictures that I haven’t yet tried to remove. It’s in excellent condition, and it is at least 70 years old.

Mar 11Reply

zzzzzz111111 A few of the patent vinyl and vinyl pocketbooks my wife has bought, as well as I've gotten her, had dents. She found that using a hair dryer on low heat held 4" to 6" away and moving in back and forth over the area of any dents draws them out.

Mar 11Reply

zzzzzz111111 By the by, I asked about cracks, especially in the areas noted as they are sometimes never noticed to be present.

Mar 11Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 I’ve thought about trying that, I might have to give it a go at some point. Thanks for the tip!

Mar 11Reply

zzzzzz111111 You're welcome!

Mar 11Reply

zzzzzz111111 Morning, Would it be possible to see photos of both end views as this sets closed? Thanks, John

Apr 28Reply

zzzzzz111111 I want to buy. Is it possible to see the photos I asked about? John

Apr 29Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 sure thing! Sorry for the delay in responding, I’ve been crazy busy. I’ll post some ASAP!

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 OK, Thanks!

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 By the by, my wife has this in black patent that she bought at a vintage shop so 15 years ago. It was in mint condition, in the original box from the store where it was bought. The sales slip date was for 1 Sept., 1969.

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 oops, try "some" .

Apr 29Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 wow, that’s amazing!

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 If it'll be a bit before you can add the photos, could you put a hold on this? I've got to go out to finish the lawn before it rains. I'll be out for about a half hour. Thanks!

Apr 29Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 you got it. I probably won’t be able to get to it until later on this afternoon, I’ll hold it for you until I can!

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 OK, Thanks again!

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 I hope the weather is OK where you are.

Apr 29Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 I put it on hold for you (just listed as not for sale until I can get you pictures).

Apr 29Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 I added some more pictures for you. There are no tears or rips in the vinyl whatsoever, and the clasp works perfectly. Let me know if there are any other questions you have!

Apr 29Reply

zzzzzz111111 Evening, Sorry for just getting back to you. When the photos didn't come through right away, I went to bed. That did not last long as my wife came home and woke me to let me know there was an issue with our car. It turned out to be the alternator - $375 plus the core charge. And on top of that are cable and internet went out. It's only been a short while ago that they're back up. The bad thing what I had saved back for the purse had to be used. I don't know when I'll have enough

May 02Reply

zzzzzz111111 money again, and if this purse will still be around. John

May 02Reply

sonny827 @zzzzzz111111 no worries, thanks for your interest! It really is a spectacular purse, would love to see it go to a good home. Hopefully it’s still around for you when things flip to the upside! Take care

May 02Reply

zzzzzz111111 Thanks!

May 02Reply