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Description
Brand: Gucci Material: GG Monogram Canvas, Leather Exterior Colour: Beige, Brown Hardware: Silver-Tone Metal Dimensions: 15" W x 11" H x 3.5" D (approx.) Strap Drop: Adjustable, approximately 10-12" (approx.) Closure: Zip-Top Interior: Brown Fabric Lining, Interior Zip Pocket, Interior Open Pockets Features: Exterior Push-Lock Detail with Gucci Plaque Inclusions: Key with Leather Fob, Luggage Tag Country of Origin: Italy Founded in Florence in 1921, Gucci remains synonymous with Italian luxury craftsmanship and the restrained eloquence of the double-G monogram. This shoulder bag marries the house's signature GG canvas in beige tones with dark brown leather trim at the corners, adjustable strap, and reinforced base—a functional geometry rooted in Gucci's equestrian heritage. The silver-tone plaque hardware and zip-top closure echo the Florentine artisan tradition of durable, elegant construction. A leather key fob and luggage tag complete the silhouette, blending practical utility with the unmistakable codes of a storied maison. Notes from the Curator The Abbey D-Ring shoulder bag—crafted from Gucci's original GG canvas in beige and brown with dark leather trim and corner reinforcements—was designed for versatility within the house's permanent handbag collection. Introduced in the 1960s, the GG monogram Supreme Canvas was printed on canvas with the interlocking logo that referenced founder Guccio Gucci's initials, a pattern that became a hallmark of Gucci's global expansion throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The leather detailing on this silhouette carries an equestrian inspiration, recalling the girth straps used to secure a horse's saddle—a visual code born from the practical needs of the riding set who formed Gucci's original Florentine clientele. The silver-tone D-ring hardware and adjustable leather strap with key fob echo the house's commitment to functional elegance, while the leather corner guards serve a dual purpose: structural durability and an understated reference to luggage-trunk construction. Conceived as an accessible entry into the monogram universe, the Abbey line bridged ready-to-wear sensibility with artisanal Italian manufacture, its zip-top closure and interior organization designed for the wearer navigating city life rather than villa courtyards.
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Alighieri's Auction House
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