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Vintage 20th Century Australian leather briefcase by Herford Pty Ltd
$65
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Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Australian leather hinged briefcase, made in New South Wales by Herford Pty Ltd and most likely dating from the late 1940’s to 1950’s. Originally known as P&A Herford, not much is available about this firm but they are known to have been Sydney-based and in operation from the early 1900’s until their merger to become Herford/Sherington in the 1960/70’s.
Created in thick brown leather (the quality of which is impossible to reproduce today) the classical design is a based on late-19th/early-20th Century examples. Made using English CHENEY brass fittings (the lock-plate has three height settings). The cream interior has three useful divisions (one divider has a dual-pocket, the other a small holder). Over its 70-year history the leather has taken on a fantastic aged colour and patination.
Could easily hold a laptop, tablet device, etc – and your lunch!
In very good overall condition. The leather was treated to two coats of industry-standard restorative wax to nourish and preserve. Being a used item of vintage luggage there is light marking, some colour-lift on one of the hinged ends and a very small tear to the hidden lift-flap (both as pictured), which you could re-dye and reglue if felt necessary. Details of a previous owner remain in place and have been left in respect of this item having a history and not being a modern reproduction.
Measures (excluding handle) 33cm (h) x 43cm (w) x 15cm (d) approximately.
Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.
Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.
I acknowledge my business takes place on the land of the Kulin Federation of Tribes.
Item: FE24035
Created in thick brown leather (the quality of which is impossible to reproduce today) the classical design is a based on late-19th/early-20th Century examples. Made using English CHENEY brass fittings (the lock-plate has three height settings). The cream interior has three useful divisions (one divider has a dual-pocket, the other a small holder). Over its 70-year history the leather has taken on a fantastic aged colour and patination.
Could easily hold a laptop, tablet device, etc – and your lunch!
In very good overall condition. The leather was treated to two coats of industry-standard restorative wax to nourish and preserve. Being a used item of vintage luggage there is light marking, some colour-lift on one of the hinged ends and a very small tear to the hidden lift-flap (both as pictured), which you could re-dye and reglue if felt necessary. Details of a previous owner remain in place and have been left in respect of this item having a history and not being a modern reproduction.
Measures (excluding handle) 33cm (h) x 43cm (w) x 15cm (d) approximately.
Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.
Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.
I acknowledge my business takes place on the land of the Kulin Federation of Tribes.
Item: FE24035
- Date Listed:20/02/2024
- Last Edited:20/02/2024
- Condition:Used
- Shipping:Shipping & Pickup
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