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LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

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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'')

  • Period: 1920s
    • Price: £975.00
    • €1,126 Euro
    • $1,335 US Dollar
  • Location: Devon
    • Dimensions: H: 25cm (9.84in)
    • W: 44.5cm (17.52in)
    • D: 20cm (7.87in)