1930/40s Deitsch Brothers Alligator Print shops Leather Handbag

Deitsch Brothers was one of the leading manufacturers satisfying the craze for reptile handbags, in vogue since the 1800s. The store had a presence in New York City from the 1920s. This box style purse is dark brown with gold tone hardware. The lift clasp opens to a lovely butterscotch leather lining. It has an open pouch with the Deitsch emblem (gecko with crown) above the name.


CONDITION: very good / minor wear to 4 corners of purse / 1 crack in leather handle / age related tarnish to hardware

LABEL: Deitsch

MEASUREMENTS: length: 9 1/4 shops in. height: 5 in. width: 3 1/2 in.