80s surrealist brass relief purse - studio metalwork

80s surrealist brass relief purse - studio metalworkThis 1980s mille fiori shoulder bag blends classic leatherwork with surrealist edge. The body is rich, supple black leather with softly rounded structure, while the front is dominated by an incredible three dimensional brass plaque in the millefiori style , abstract, swirling, a little Mesoamerican, a little Dali. Interior is fully lined with zip pocket and magnetic snap closure.

with a sculpted blush rayon-faille base that feels straight out of the postwar Paris revival

and dense machine embroidery

two hip patch pockets

velvety pile that reads like faux fur

tossed ditsy blooms

Of this style in this pattern have been made for the United States

classic 1970s american beaver fur coat featuring a timeless

” The bright turquoise base serves as the perfect backdrop for the riot of lime greens

stamped “Ann Taylor” inside

The pelts are wool-backed

This Y2K “Benetton USA” tee captures that moment with a clean blue-and-red logo

we love it cinching a patterned sweater or dress for a chic retro look