Fendi Deco Jeweled Amethyst Silver Lurex Minaudière Clutch
Minaudière / Evening Clutch · Fendi (LVMH); Italian Luxury Heritage brand known for avant-garde evening wear and the baguette bag.
Collection: Fendi Deco / Runway Evening Collection - Likely from the Karl Lagerfeld era (early 2000s).
Style
Minaudière / Evening Clutch
Brand
Fendi (LVMH); Italian Luxury Heritage brand known for avant-garde evening wear and the baguette bag.
Material
Silver metallic Lurex-threaded fabric with a finely woven texture. The construction is soft-structured with internal reinforcement and ruched pleating at the frame.
Dimensions
Width: 26cm (10.2"), Height: 15cm (5.9"), Depth: 4cm (1.5")
Description
An exquisite evening piece characterized by its opulent Art Deco hardware and shimmering silver Lurex body. This clutch represents the height of Fendi's evening-wear experimentation, combining traditional jewelry aesthetics with modern textile technology. Its soft, pleated shape provides a feminine contrast to the rigid, architectural metal frame.
Key Features
Distinguished by the oversized geometric amethyst-colored stones, the filigree metalwork on the frame, and the specific ruched folding of the silver fabric into the top bar.
Material & Construction
Silver metallic Lurex-threaded fabric with a finely woven texture. The construction is soft-structured with internal reinforcement and ruched pleating at the frame.
Color & Pattern
Silver/Gunmetal metallic shade with a shimmering micro-dot pattern and purple amethyst-toned accents.
Hardware Details
Silver-tone metal frame featuring intricate Art Deco-style scrollwork. The focal point is a geometric T-bar clasp set with rectangular amethyst crystals and smaller cabochons.
Interior Description
Likely lined in silk or high-quality satin with a small interior slip pocket and a metallic foil-stamped Fendi leather tab.
Closure Type
Jeweled lift-lock or magnetic tension frame closure.
Strap & Handle Details
None visible; designed to be carried as a hand clutch. Some variants include a hidden snake chain strap.
Craftsmanship Details
Features high-quality metal casting and stone setting. The pleating into the frame is symmetrical, showing expert tensioning of the metallic fabric.
Authentication Indicators
The density and weight of the hardware, the precise setting of the purple stones, and the weave pattern of the Lurex are primary markers. Internal heat stamps on leather should show 'FENDI MADE IN ITALY'.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Italy; manufactured in Fendi's Italian ateliers using high-end jewelry-setting techniques for the hardware.
Era & Period
Late 1990s to Early 2000s; an example of 'Modern Vintage' luxury that blends Art Deco historical references with Y2K glamour.
Age Estimate
Circa 2000-2005 based on the style of the jeweled hardware and fabric type.
Cultural Significance
A symbol of the early 2000s 'It-bag' era, where even small evening clutches were status symbols defined by their unique, jewelry-like hardware.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible yellowing/staining on the top right fabric corner and bottom left. Metalwork appears intact but may have light oxidation. Significant wear to the Lurex threading (pilling/rubbing).
Value Estimate
$400 - $850 USD depending on the extent of fabric restoration needed. In pristine condition, these can reach $1,200+.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid contact with water or perfume as it may tarnish the metal and permanently stain the Lurex. Store in a dust bag with acid-free tissue to maintain shape. Professional cleaning required for the fabric stains.
Similar Handbags
Judith Leiber crystal clutches, Vintage Cartier evening bags, Dolce & Gabbana Vanda bag.
Interesting Facts
Fendi's jeweled clutches from this era were frequently seen on red carpets and are highly sought after by collectors of Karl Lagerfeld’s work for the house.