Small Rocket
Bag
1996 (made)
1996 (made)
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A group of British accessory makers emerged in the 1990s, in the long tradition of the artist-craftsman. This group included Bill Amberg, a leather-goods designer and maker who ran a small company in London creating the finest handbags and briefcases. Amberg gives this classic design a contemporary appeal by juxtaposing the finest bridle leather with brushed aluminium handles
Object details
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Object type | |
Title | Small Rocket (assigned by artist) |
Materials and techniques | Leather, aluminium, nickel and suede |
Brief description | Handbag, leather, aluminium, 'Small Rocket' designed by Bill Amberg, Great Britain, 1996 |
Physical description | Handbag of black bridle leather with cast aluminium handles, nickel clamped feet and collar studs, and green suede lining. Rectangular, briefcase style |
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Credit line | Given by the designer |
Summary | A group of British accessory makers emerged in the 1990s, in the long tradition of the artist-craftsman. This group included Bill Amberg, a leather-goods designer and maker who ran a small company in London creating the finest handbags and briefcases. Amberg gives this classic design a contemporary appeal by juxtaposing the finest bridle leather with brushed aluminium handles |
Collection | |
Accession number | T.629-1996 |
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Record created | September 15, 2003 |
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