Antique Railway Director's Gladstone Bag, English Leather Portmanteau, GWR, 1920
Stock No
25838
2024
- £975.00
- €1,126 Euro
- $1,335 US Dollar
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Item Description
This is an antique railway director's Gladstone bag. An English, leather portmanteau case with railway interest, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Fine example with English railway heritage, ideal for revival festivals
Displays a desirable aged patina with a lovingly time-worn finish
Quality black leather with deep tonality and gentle weathering to the edges
Appealing portmanteau case in the classic Gladstone bag form
Dual leather handles, residing either side of the zip upon brass loops
Combined zip stay and lock mechanism to one end — key absent
Attractive gabardine check lining in good order, with two pouch pockets
Accentuated with a gold GWR monogram - Great Western Railway
This is a fascinating antique Gladstone bag, the GWR monogram suggesting it was used for carrying a railway hat and associated whistles. In appealing, gently aged order, thisbag would be ideally suited for a revival festival or for collectors of railway interest. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 44.5cm (17.5'')
Max Depth: 20cm (7.75'')
Max Height: 25cm (9.75'')
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Hele, Devon
Item Dimensions
H: 25cm W: 44.5cm D: 20cm
Period
1920s
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Hele, Devon
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)207 1833511
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