1940s Alligator Handbag

- Unknown Maker
- Alligator Clutch
- c. 1940-1952
- Alligator leather, leather interior
- Provenance: Made in Cuba, found in Washington

Chic, confident, quirky, slightly disturbing--this is where fashion stops being just function and becomes art. This is the most exceptional alligator bag we've ever seen--a fully stuffed, three-dimensional alligator graces the front of this long, slim bag, and a beautiful specimen he is, with red-pupil glass eyes, fully intact teeth, and a wonderful expression. Absolutely perfect. Snap closure at front flap. Zip pocket divides interior. 1 snap pocket, 2 patch pockets, and built-in mirror at interior. Leather interior. Snakeskin-backed alligator skin handle.

SIZING
- Length: 12.5" / 32 cm
- Height: 7.5" / 19 cm
- Depth: 1" / 2.5 cm
- Strap drop: 9" / 23 cm

CONDITION
Excellent. There is some cracking to his left elbow; repaired and pictured. Otherwise pristine.