Leather Luggage, Finnigans Gladstone Bag, Kit Bag
Leather Luggage, Finnigans Gladstone Bag, Kit Bag
Finnigans Leather Gladstone Bag.
A fine leather Gladstone bag by the renowned maker Finnigans, crafted from durable pigskin leather and fitted with quality brass hardware. Retaining its original leather straps, this handsome example is both practical and highly decorative, embodying the craftsmanship for which Finnigans became famous.
The traditional square-mouth design features stiff sides, two central carrying handles, drop-down brass clips at either end, a central brass push-button lock, and eight brass-studded feet. The bag presents exceptionally well, displaying only light wear to the corners consistent with age and use, with embossed initials 'H.R.'.
The interior is lined in rich red Morocco leather, showing some expected age-related wear while remaining remarkably attractive. The lining bears the embossed gilt Finnigans maker's mark, confirming both its authenticity and quality. A further discreet stamp, reading "Finnigans Maker Manchester", can be found on the upper rim of the frame, visible only when the bag is open-an elegant and understated signature of the firm's work.
A well-preserved and highly collectible example from one of Britain's most respected luxury leather goods manufacturers, this bag combines timeless design, outstanding craftsmanship, and enduring functionality.
Gladstone bags take their name from the 19th-century British Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone and are traditionally constructed from leather stretched over a metal frame. Their distinctive wide-opening design made them a popular choice for travel, a legacy that continues to make them sought after by collectors and enthusiasts today.
Dimensions:
1850-1899
Circa 1880s
Leather
United Kingdom
Finnigans
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