Description
Model History:
Presented in the heart of Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie, the Métiers d’art 2017/2018 collection imagined by Karl Lagerfeld is inspired by the aesthetics of German naval academies, between military rigor and Nordic romanticism. A true tribute to the designer’s home port, this line magnifies the exceptional know-how that Chanel cultivates through its partner art houses: Lesage embroiderers, Desrues paruriers, Lemarié plumassiers, tanners and gilders. This Mini Timeless model, produced in confidential quantities, translates this excellence into a version enriched with embroidered ornaments and emblems, bringing together heritage and modernity with a rare subtlety.
Exterior details:
The textured, structured navy wool is quilted in the house’s emblematic diamond pattern. Three distinct crests in embroidered threads, pearls and gilding punctuate the flap, adding a masterful graphic relief. The CC clasp, in aged gold metal, blends elegantly into this felted universe. The burgundy chain, braided in deep red lambskin leather, glides along the shoulder or doubles up by hand, offering versatility of wear. The base and sides of the bag are reinforced with smooth black leather, providing both support and visual contrast.
Interior Details:
The interior of the bag reveals smooth lambskin leather in intense burgundy, with a velvety feel and satin finish. A main compartment lined with a patch pocket and a small zipped pocket under the flap discreetly holds essentials. The signature “Chanel – Made in France” is embossed in gold lettering, and the internal stitching reflects a level of craftsmanship rarely equaled in contemporary leather goods.
Product Condition:
This piece is in excellent condition, with minimal signs of use. The wool is perfectly preserved, with no snags or pilling. The embroidered crests are clean and undistorted. The chain retains all its tension and shine, with no oxidation. The leather interior is intact, with no scratches or marks. Corners, angles and rigid edges show no wear. The bag comes with its original dustbag, ready to join an exceptional collection.
Care instructions:
Keep the bag in its dustbag, away from direct light and moisture. Avoid repeated contact with rough textiles to preserve wool and embroidery. For cleaning, consult a specialist in textile restoration or luxury leather goods. Interior lambskin leather can be nourished with a special care product, applied sparingly.
Why to choose this product :
This Mini Timeless Paris-Hambourg is not a simple accessory, but a silent manifesto of Chanel art. It embodies a precise era, ancestral savoir-faire and the vision of a creator at the peak of his art. Rarely has a piece of this dimension concentrated so many refined details, historical references and stylistic accuracy. For connoisseurs of the house, fashion enthusiasts or collectors of Métiers d’art pieces, this bag represents a unique opportunity to own a wearable work of art, a timeless and precious archive of style.
