Gio Ponti Designer Brass Paper Shopping Bag Made in Italy Vintage

Beautiful original 1960's Italian brass shopping bag by Gio Ponti. These are HARD to find and very well sought after. This bag is in good vintage condition with no rust or broken edges, cracks etc. It has an aged oxidation to the brass that could easily be completely shined back to a very reflective gold surface if you preferred. Has the original makers mark and "Made in Italy" stamp on the bottom! This piece is AMAZING. Measures - 6.25" L X 3.75" W X 7 5/8" H (to top of bag only) X 9. 75" H (to the top of the brass handles) Gio Ponti was an Italian architect, designer, and artist who lived from 1891 to 1979. He is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential designers of the 20th century. One of Ponti's most famous designs is the brass shopping bag, which he created in 1957 for the Italian luxury goods company, F.lli Reguitti. The bag is made from thin sheets of brass that have been cut, folded, and riveted together to create a lightweight and durable structure. The d