1950s Marcus Brothers Basket Weave Handbag w/ Floral Etched Gold Lid size_36.5 EU/ 6 US 5in Hip: 34

5in Hip: 34

and back of the dress are decorated with gold cord trim

Dress is Asian inspired with gold and red metallic colors

Rare and beautiful Claire McCardell day dress

Waves are sewn into a mesh layer

1950s Marcus Brothers Basket Weave Handbag w/ Floral Etched Gold Lid size_36.5 EU/ 6 US 5in Hip: 34Gorgeous structured woven coffret style handbag with gold tone detail. The handbag consists of a cylindrical woven body sitting upon gold feet, and topped with a rounded gold lid. The lid features a shield shaped turn lock, swirling floral etched designs, and a delicately twisted half circle top handle. Marked "Marcus Brothers," made in British Crown Colony of Hong Kong.