Vintage Dofan Paris Leather Handbag Black Gold Buckle Structured Top Handle

Very “Old Money Meets French Editorial” RARE! UNIQUE! Rare vintage Dofan handbag, crafted in high-gloss black patent leather with a timeless structured silhouette. Featuring a double-gusset design, it offers ample interior space while maintaining a sleek, elegant profile. The standout feature is the wide front flap with an eye-catching oversized gold buckle closure that adds a touch of equestrian charm and vintage luxury. Finished with a sturdy top handle and gold-tone hardware, this handbag exudes Parisian sophistication and Old Money appeal. • Material: Genuine leather (patent finish) • Color: Black with gold-tone hardware • Structured silhouette • Top handle • Front flap with bold gold buckle closure • Dual compartments for organization • Made in France • Condition: Excellent pristine vintage condition Estimated Era / Dating: Based on the design elements — particularly the structured frame, glossy leather, gold-tone equestrian-style buckle, and the overall ladylike, tailored silhouette — this bag most likely dates from the late 1960s to early 1970s. Dofan was a French brand known for its high-quality leather goods and elegant handbags, often compared to Hermès and other Parisian maisons during that era. The popularity of structured, polished bags with strong hardware peaked in the late ’60s and carried into the early ’70s before slouchier silhouettes became more fashionable in the mid-to-late ’70s. Approx measurements 9” width, 7.5” high, 4” deep B10