Description
Model History:
Chanel’s quilted bags, introduced as early as 1955 with the famous 2.55 designed by Gabrielle Chanel, have become one of the house’s most powerful codes. This model, dating from the late ’80s to early ’90s, follows in this prestigious lineage. At the time, Karl Lagerfeld was Chanel’s artistic director and reintroduced the double C clasp – here plated with 24-carat gold – while experimenting with bold chromatic associations. The black and white contrast, deeply linked to the house’s DNA, evokes the sobriety of Coco Chanel’s outfits and the graphic purity of her creations. This two-tone version combines classicism and singularity in a subtle balance.
Exterior Details:
The bag’s structure is rigid, with a black lambskin leather body quilted in the house’s signature diamond pattern. The flap, sides and base are highlighted by a smooth white leather frame, bringing luminosity and graphic tension to the whole. The gold-plated clasp features the emblematic double C, plated in 24k gold with a shiny finish. The chain is in gold metal interwoven with supple yet solid black leather, allowing for adjustable shoulder carrying. On the back, a flat outside pocket offers additional functional space. Seams, corners and quilting are perfectly preserved, testifying to meticulous care.
Interior Details:
The interior of the bag is lined in smooth black leather, with a large main pocket closed by the snap flap. A zipped pocket and a patch pocket complete the organization, allowing you to slip in essentials. The inscription “Chanel – Made in France” is gold-plated on the inside, along with the serial number corresponding to the period 1989-1991. The bag comes with its original authenticity card, black leather bichette, and vintage Chanel ecru dustbag, adorned with the logo in black.
Product Condition:
This bag is in very good condition. The lambskin leather is supple and shiny, with no deep marks or noticeable scratches. The white leather is clean, with a few tiny homogeneous signs of use. The 24k gold-plated jewelry is bright, with no oxidation. The chain is solid and perfectly functional. The interior is clean, with minimal signs of use consistent with its age. All original elements – card, dustbag, bichette – are present, making this a complete and valuable piece.
Care instructions:
Lamb leather requires special care: avoid prolonged exposure to direct light and moisture. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth, and store the bag in its dustbag, avoiding any pressure. White leather can be maintained from time to time with a specific non-abrasive cleaning product, applied with care.
Why to choose this product :
This two-tone black and white vintage Chanel bag, dating from the late 80s, combines all the attributes of an exceptional piece: timeless design, noble materials, 24k gold jewelry, and rarity reinforced by the presence of all its original accessories. It embodies an era when every detail was thought through with exacting care, under the creative direction of Karl Lagerfeld. For Chanel enthusiasts, collectors or lovers of bags with a strong, historic character, this model is a rare and precious choice, at the crossroads of fashion history and contemporary elegance.
