Rare Beautiful Classic 1950s - 1960s Vintage Hobo Bag by Margaret Smith depicts a jungle scene resting in foliage. Truly a work of art! • Vibrant Colors for its age • Lightweight • Comfortable straps • Cotton Exterior • Polyester Lining • Heavy Duty Talon Zipper in Excellent condition and smooth! Measurements: • 12 “ Wide on the Bottom • 15" Wide at the Top • 10" Middle Height • 12" Side Height • 3” Depth • 12" Drop Margaret Smith founded her handbag company in Maine in the 1940s, at the suggestion of friends she had made beach totes for as gifts. Her brother, financier Cyrus Pinkham, and professional designer Bill Waters helped her launch her business, eventually joining her full-time as it rapidly expanded (at its height, the company had over 30 employees). Typically designed with floral prints, her bags were sold in women’s specialty shops and, in the 1950s/1960s, by Bonwit Teller. Excellent condition for age. There are no rips, tears, or stains on the outside of the bag. * Callout - There's a small stain in the inside lining on the bottom corner as pictured. No rips or tears on the interior.