Bag
1950s (made)
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This is a high-quality plastic bag by Elgee. It is a striking contrast to the more conventional styles prevalent in the 1950s. Leather was very expensive. From the 1940s, adventurous designers exploited the potential of less expensive plastics to make bold, modern fashion statements. Young people, or those with 'limited incomes', were the initial market for plastic bags like this one.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Plastic with metal |
| Brief description | Plastic bag with a metal frame, plastic strap and clasp, with mirror, designed by Elgee, Great Britain, 1950s |
| Physical description | Red plastic bag with an alloy metal frame, plastic strap and red plastic clasp, and with a mirror. Rectangular-shaped bag with two buttons decorating the body. |
| Production type | Mass produced |
| Marks and inscriptions | 'Made in England / An Elgee Quality Product' (Makers's mark and retailer) |
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| Summary | This is a high-quality plastic bag by Elgee. It is a striking contrast to the more conventional styles prevalent in the 1950s. Leather was very expensive. From the 1940s, adventurous designers exploited the potential of less expensive plastics to make bold, modern fashion statements. Young people, or those with 'limited incomes', were the initial market for plastic bags like this one. |
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| Accession number | T.235&A-1982 |
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| Record created | October 7, 2003 |
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