Vintage 1940s Corde pouch-style handbag by Guild Original, a classic mid-century design. Black corde fabric body with floral brass brooch-style decals on both sides, double strap handles, and a zipper closure. Interior features three pockets for organization. Condition Highlight: Excellent ? exterior fabric and brass detailing intact, no major flaws. This piece embodies 1940s Art Deco glamour, wartime/post-war American elegance, and Hollywood golden age styling. Perfect for collectors of Corde and Guild Original bags, as well as vintage fashion stylists seeking authentic mid-century accessories. Measurements: Length: 9? Width: 4? ? 12? (taper) Depth: 4? Strap drop: 5? Styling Tips: Pairs beautifully with 1940s and 1950s cocktail or evening dresses, or styled modern with a slip dress and heels for a Hollywood Noir vibe. A perfect finishing touch for a retro pin-up or Deco-inspired outfit. Trend Notes: ? Corde handbags from the 1940s are highly collectible, especially Guild Originals with brass ornamentation. Crossover appeal: Hollywood film noir styling + retro pin-up fashion. Stagewear appeal: perfect accessory for period costuming or performance. Premium Rarity Note: Collector-heavy ? Guild Original Corde bags with brass floral details are harder to find, especially in excellent preserved condition. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there! 1940s handbag, Corde purse, Guild Original bag, vintage black bag, deco floral handbag, collectible 40s purse, midcentury fashion bag, Hollywood noir style, retro pinup accessory, corde fabric purse, 40s cocktail handbag, vintage evening bag, deco collectible purse