Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo Patent Top-Handle Bag Late 1990s Black / heritage : ferragamo Gancini Bags

Glossy black patent leather forms a sculpted, architectural silhouette, its surface catching the light along precise seams and a sharply defined front pocket. Dual top handles rise from the frame, anchored by a gold-tone Gancini push-lock clasp—unmarked, but unmistakably Ferragamo in proportion and finish. The only visible branding is the full 'Salvatore Ferragamo' script on the included dust bag, leaving the body itself unadorned.

Circa late 1990s to early 2000s, this piece reads as Florence rather than Milan—professional, functional, and resolutely polished. The Gancini clasp and the disciplined, structured build reflect the Ferragamo family era, a time when patent leather and gold hardware signified the house's commitment to both clarity of line and everyday use.

The bag opens to a black fabric-lined interior, with one zip pocket and one slip compartment for essentials. Designed for handheld carry only. Minor surface marks and faint scratches are present on the patent finish; structure remains crisp, hardware bright. Dust bag included.

Era: Late 1990s–Early 2000s (visual dating; Gancini hardware and branding cues)
Condition: Very Good — light surface wear and minor scratches to patent leather
Material: Black patent leather with gold-tone hardware
Colour: Black patent leather exterior, gold-tone Gancini clasp, black fabric lining
Dimensions: W 20.5 × H 23.5 × D 10.5 cm
Serial: AQ-216680
Made in: Italy