Vintage Jet Age Vanity Case, American Personal Luxury Case, Revival, Mid Century

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This is a vintage jet age vanity case. An American, tweed and leather personal luxury suitcase by Dale's of Madison … Read more This is a vintage jet age vanity case. An American, tweed and leather personal luxury suitcase by Dale's of Madison Avenue, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.

Beautiful mid century luggage, with associated jet age labels - a revivalist treat
Displays a desirable aged patina, with a gently time-worn appearance
Delightful woven tweed finish, accentuated with saddle brown leather corners
Replete with brass sliding clasps and inset locks — untested, key absent

Pleasingly tactile leather carry handle upon the lid, articulating upon brass hinges
A selection of British European Airways travel labels add wonderful period detail
Diamond shaped leather patch to the fascia personalised with the monogram V.I.W.
Maker's plaque in red for Dale's of Madison Avenue, New York

Interior lined in silk cotton, with a fetching crimson red hue and woven foliate motif
Hosts a vanity mirror to the lid reverse, in a desirable, lightly foxed order
Later loop system for retaining perfume bottles to the rear but not intact
Dressed to the base with metal press studs to protect the tweed covering when placed

This is a charming vintage jet age vanity case, with a delightful mid century aesthetic. Perfect for attendance to revival festivals such as Goodwood in Sussex, or the Sausalito vintage fashion fair in California. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')
Max Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'')
Max Height: 20cm (7.75'')

Interior Width: 33cm (13'')
Interior Depth: 23cm (9'')
Interior Height: 15.5cm (6'') See less