{"product_id":"vintage-1940s-black-persian-lamb-suede-handbag-muff-handwarmer","title":"Vintage 1940s Black Persian Lamb \u0026 Suede Muff Handwarmer Handbag","description":"\u003cp\u003eCondition - Very good vintage condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a gorgeous 1940's handwarmer\/muff style handbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese originated in the 18th \u0026amp; 19th centuries but were still very popular through to the 1940's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main purpose of a muff was to keep your hands warm in winter. However, because they were already carried at the front of the body, we started to see the addition of  pockets, linings, or zipped compartments so that they could be used to carry small items and remove the need to carry a separate handbag. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is in very good condition for its age and is made from black Persian wool with suede trim. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is primarily a muff but it does have a zipped compartment at the front for small items. The compartment is lined with a black \u0026amp; gold stripe fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does look like a handbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a top handle with gold tone metal hard wear at the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has holes at either sides for your hands to be placed inside to keep them warm. The inside is lined with a black satin lining. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt really is a great piece and the perfect addition to any vintage collection.. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 37cm at its widest x 20cm length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~Important Information~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe pride ourselves on our excellent customer service so you can shop with confidence here knowing that we are always at hand to answer any questions and deal with your questions as soon as possible. If you wish to send me a message please press the contact button in the menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor our international customers: Please be aware that you are responsible for any import duty, VAT and other taxes that might be applied in your country, so please research this before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis now includes our American customers with the removal of the \"de minimis\" exemption from the 29th August. A tariff of 10% is due on items arriving from the UK. (If items are made in other countries a higher tariff applies, but, 99% of my items are made in the UK) To make things simple I will collect the tariff fee through a small increase in shipping costs on American orders and pay it on your behalf. This should mean your parcels arrive as normal without delay at customs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Secret Parlour Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56640866812279,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5474\/7688\/files\/971DF769-8896-40C8-8D3A-167DFA396EEE.jpg?v=1769866848","url":"https:\/\/thesecretparlourvintageclothing.com\/products\/vintage-1940s-black-persian-lamb-suede-handbag-muff-handwarmer","provider":"The Secret Parlour Vintage Clothing ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}