Schiaparelli Secret Blue Calfskin Shoulder Bag with Golden Anatomy Hardware
Shoulder Bag with soft structured silhouette and sculptural hardware · Schiaparelli, independent luxury fashion house under Diego Della Valle, Haute Couture and Luxury tier
Collection: Schiaparelli Accessories Collection, inspired by surrealist art and Elsa Schiaparelli's historical motifs
Style
Shoulder Bag with soft structured silhouette and sculptural hardware
Brand
Schiaparelli, independent luxury fashion house under Diego Della Valle, Haute Couture and Luxury tier
Material
Smooth supple calfskin leather with precise tonal edge painting and structured internal frame construction
Dimensions
Estimated width 28 cm, height 18 cm, depth 10 cm, medium shoulder bag size
Description
An exquisite and avant-garde creation from Schiaparelli, showcasing the house's signature surrealist aesthetic. The deep blue calfskin is dramatically accented by a sculptural, molten gold-tone hardware piece sweeping organically across the front flap. Balancing wearable luxury with wearable art, this bag is a testament to Daniel Roseberry's modern vision for the historic surrealist house.
Key Features
Distinctive surrealist molten gold anatomical hardware, supple matte calfskin, minimalist yet theatrical silhouette
Material & Construction
Smooth supple calfskin leather with precise tonal edge painting and structured internal frame construction
Color & Pattern
Rich dark blue or midnight blue shade in a matte solid finish
Hardware Details
Polished gold-tone cast brass featuring Schiaparelli's signature surrealist anatomy motif (organic wave or stylized organic form) on the front exterior
Interior Description
Lined in supple lambskin or luxury fabric with slip pockets and discrete Schiaparelli hot-stamped gold logo
Closure Type
Flap closure with concealed magnetic snap mechanism
Strap & Handle Details
Adjustable or fixed leather shoulder strap attached via discreet gold-tone hardware links
Craftsmanship Details
Meticulous hand-finished edge painting, flawlessly cast and polished metallic hardware, tight and even stitch tension reflecting elite Italian artisan standards
Authentication Indicators
Precise symmetry in the cast metal hardware, crisp interior hot stamping, high-grade calfskin leather grain and clean edge glazing
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Italy, crafted to elite luxury standards in Parisian haute couture tradition
Era & Period
Contemporary (2020s revival under Daniel Roseberry)
Age Estimate
Circa 2021-2023 contemporary production
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern renaissance of Elsa Schiaparelli's surrealist heritage, highly favored by celebrities and fashion editors on red carpets
Condition Notes
Unable to assess exact personal wear from image, but silhouette holds firm shape and hardware appears bright and polished
Value Estimate
High luxury resale market value, typically ranging between $3,000 and $6,000 USD depending on exact size, condition, and inclusion of original packaging
Care & Maintenance
Store in original dust bag filled with acid-free tissue to maintain structure. Avoid contact with moisture, perfumes, and abrasive surfaces. Polish metal hardware gently with a dry microfiber cloth.
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Interesting Facts
Schiaparelli was Coco Chanel's greatest rival in the 1930s, known for introducing surrealism into fashion through collaborations with Salvador Dalí and Jean Cocteau