This was a very high-end Morabito release that had the gold stamped interior.
Hand-stitched in Paris. Gold-plated fittings.
"From our founding in 1905 the MORABITO Method of stitching technique has been passed on through the hands of the experts.
To this day each MORABITO pieces are carefully crafted by our craftsmen in the Paris workshop using the finest materials.
"Each one is sewn by hand stitch by stitch by the expert craftsmen in the Paris atelier ”
This is a very distinct Morabito style of handbag.
This style is near impossible to find now.
Inside is stamped in gold -
MORABITO
1 PLACE VENDOME
PARIS
This Morabito purse was purchased over 20 years ago.
Never taken out of the house.
Has been stored in a blue linen dustbag (not branded) with padding and moisture absorbers (the edge can be seen in 1 photo) for many years.
Outer only has the lightest signs of storage wear.
Very subtle, small graze lines across lower front.
One dot in interior and is otherwise immaculate.
Gold-plating shines like the sun!
Much nicer than my photos show.
The dark leather edging is much more subtle and blended then the digital images show.
A soft sheen to the leather. No gloss.
The digital images blew out some of the contrast (as it does).
Made from the finest LEATHER outer.
GOLD-PLATED hardware.
Lined in tan leather.
Padded flap closure with gold twist turn-lock.
Interior has 2 inner pockets.
Softer leather sides assist the fold-out.
4 gold base studs.
I included a Chanel lipstick to help with sizing.
Handbag is surprisingly roomy.
Measures approximately- 10 x 14 x 16 cm.
Double handle drop 14cm.
Handle around 32.5cm.
Weighs 301 grams.
One of the reasons why MORABITO has enjoyed high recognition for our excellence in artistic quality and technique is our Paris workshop.
It remains a place for the true veteran artisans with commitment to the traditional craftsmanship.
Every stitch is done by hand bringing out the full beauty and texture of the crocodile and calf, breathing life into the pieces to be passed down for generations.
The engraving of “Cousu Main [hand-stitching].
”This is about the reverence to tradition while keeping on the path to discovering the new beauty. Our identity is precisely our unique approach to creation founded on the genuine artisan spirit and the artistic integrity of a true artist."
About Morabito -
“Luxury is not exceptional it is the exceptional which is luxurious.” Jean-Baptiste Morabito the founder of MORABITO often repeated.
In 1905 MORABITO was founded by Jean-Baptiste MORABITO craftsman-jeweller of great repute.
Created with the jeweler’s aesthetics the royalties and VIPs across the world were instantly besieged by the delicate beauty of the MORABITO pieces.
In his passionate pursuit for beauty Jean-Baptiste worked the finest material with his sophisticated sense devoting his life to creating the elegantly distinctive gems which define MORABITO.
The spirit of the founder Jean-Baptiste MORABITO lives throughout our maison even to this day.
MORABITO the premium tradition in bags and accessories whose name remains synonymous with class and esprit continues to infuse refined beauty in the fashion scenes across the world."
I charge actual postage only. No packing and no handling fees.
Any different and I will refund difference.
I happily combine postage.