Added 13 days ago

Condition

Very Good

Color

Brown

Material

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Category

Handbags

Paris, late 1980s: a quiet stretch of Avenue Montaigne, the morning rush softened by the sight of brown Macadam canvas, its interlocking “C” motif running in even rows across a structured crossbody silhouette. This Céline piece is defined by its disciplined lines—the dark brown leather trim anchoring the patterned body, the gold-tone buckle on the adjustable strap catching just enough light to reveal its purpose. The house crest, embossed on the front tab, rests beneath your hand as the top zipper opens to reveal a beige fabric lining with a single zip pocket, equally at home in any wardrobe. The construction is purposeful: monogram-coated canvas provides shape and durability, dark brown leather reinforces the corners and seams, and gold-tone hardware adds a touch of warmth without any frills. The crossbody strap adjusts for a snug or relaxed fit, and the compact design allows for unhindered movement. The interior is clean, with minor wear visible at the corners and light surface scratches on the hardware—signs of careful use over decades. This is Céline under Céline Vipiana, when brown Macadam canvas and leather trim defined a Parisian sportswear style now closely associated with the city’s 16th arrondissement—school runs, weekends in Deauville, the kind of bag chosen for its practical elegance rather than ostentation. Era: Late 1980s–Early 1990s (visual dating; Macadam canvas, brown leather trim, classic Céline crest tab) Condition: Very Good — minor corner wear and light scratches on the hardware Material: Macadam monogram-coated canvas with dark brown leather trim Color: Dark brown Macadam canvas exterior, dark brown leather trim, gold-tone hardware, beige fabric lining Dimensions: W 24.5 × H 18 × D 8 cm Serial: M2 Made in: France