RARE c.1920-50 French Sterling Silver & Ivory Travel Vanity Valise, Sac Purse by DUPONT, Mallette
When travelers brought their elegance along with them, I can see a French model boarding a train, of taxi, luggage brought in by her people. . . this opulent travel vanity purse in hand. A night train Paris to Milan (I've done that one), everything she'd need in a richly appointed make up and nightgown, bag? I've had several of these over time, by other high end noted maker, Hermés, including one in croc. None have been any finer than this opulent and near-pristine Dupont case. There is much to indicate Dupont was, at times, contracted by Hermés to make goods, as well. Everything from leather to hardware is certainly very alike, and all top quality craftsmanship throughout. I love the size of this one. Gold embossed maker etiquette on the inside. Full measurements noted on the photos, it is almost 11" long. Very comparable travel valise of same era and quality would be the famed Sac Mallette by Hermés, and the mallette by KORET, both of which have skyrocketed in value in the last 10 ye