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This vintage Gucci Small Bamboo 1947 Bag in green leather with gold-tone hardware offers a refined statement for lunch dates, city outings or evening events. In very good condition, it features a bamboo top handle, detachable leather shoulder strap, orange leather lining with internal pockets, and a bamboo turn-lock closure.
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• Green leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single bamboo top handle
• Detachable leather shoulder strap
• Orange leather lining with internal pockets
• Bamboo turn-lock closure
• Vintage
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Q: What typically fits inside the Gucci Small Bamboo 1947 Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 22 x 15 x 7 cm, this small structured bag is best for daily essentials such as a mobile phone, card holder or small wallet, keys, lipstick and other compact items. It is roomy for its size, but bulkier extras will reduce space quickly.
Q: Can this bag be carried by hand and on the shoulder? A: Yes. It features a single bamboo top handle with an approximate 12 cm drop and a detachable leather shoulder strap measuring about 59 cm, so it can be styled as a top-handle bag or worn with the longer strap depending on your preferred fit.
Q: Is the small size practical for everyday use? A: Yes, if you prefer to travel light. The small size is generally considered more practical than the mini for essentials, while still keeping the elegant structured shape of the Bamboo 1947. If you usually carry a large purse, sunglasses case and many extras, you may prefer a larger bag.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
Delivery & Returns
Q: What typically fits inside the Gucci Small Bamboo 1947 Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 22 x 15 x 7 cm, this small structured bag is best for daily essentials such as a mobile phone, card holder or small wallet, keys, lipstick and other compact items. It is roomy for its size, but bulkier extras will reduce space quickly.
Q: Can this bag be carried by hand and on the shoulder? A: Yes. It features a single bamboo top handle with an approximate 12 cm drop and a detachable leather shoulder strap measuring about 59 cm, so it can be styled as a top-handle bag or worn with the longer strap depending on your preferred fit.
Q: What are the main details of this specific bag? A: This piece is crafted in green leather with gold-tone hardware, an orange leather lining, internal pockets and a bamboo turn-lock closure. It is made in Italy and belongs to Gucci's iconic Bamboo 1947 line.
Q: Is the small size practical for everyday use? A: Yes, if you prefer to travel light. The small size is generally considered more practical than the mini for essentials, while still keeping the elegant structured shape of the Bamboo 1947. If you usually carry a large purse, sunglasses case and many extras, you may prefer a larger bag.
Q: What condition is this item in? A: This bag is in very good pre-owned condition. There is scuffing on the strap, a light trace of use inside, and the hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: What is included with the bag? A: A detachable shoulder strap is included. Everything included with this item is shown in the product information; if something is not listed there, it is not included.
Q: How should I care for the bamboo handle and leather? A: To help preserve the bag, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, heat and rain. If it gets wet, dry it promptly with a soft cloth. Store it gently stuffed to help maintain its shape, and avoid overfilling it, as structured leather bags can lose form over time.
Q: Why is the Bamboo 1947 considered iconic? A: The Bamboo 1947 references one of Gucci's most recognisable house designs. Its curved bamboo handle is shaped using heat by skilled artisans, and the style traces its origins back to Gucci's historic bamboo-handle bags first introduced in 1947.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
This vintage Gucci Small Bamboo 1947 Bag in green leather with gold-tone hardware offers a refined statement for lunch dates, city outings or evening events. In very good condition, it features a bamboo top handle, detachable leather shoulder strap, orange leather lining with internal pockets, and a bamboo turn-lock closure.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside the Gucci Small Bamboo 1947 Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 22 x 15 x 7 cm, this small structured bag is best for daily essentials such as a mobile phone, card holder or small wallet, keys, lipstick and other compact items. It is roomy for its size, but bulkier extras will reduce space quickly.
Q: Can this bag be carried by hand and on the shoulder? A: Yes. It features a single bamboo top handle with an approximate 12 cm drop and a detachable leather shoulder strap measuring about 59 cm, so it can be styled as a top-handle bag or worn with the longer strap depending on your preferred fit.
Q: What are the main details of this specific bag? A: This piece is crafted in green leather with gold-tone hardware, an orange leather lining, internal pockets and a bamboo turn-lock closure. It is made in Italy and belongs to Gucci's iconic Bamboo 1947 line.
Q: Is the small size practical for everyday use? A: Yes, if you prefer to travel light. The small size is generally considered more practical than the mini for essentials, while still keeping the elegant structured shape of the Bamboo 1947. If you usually carry a large purse, sunglasses case and many extras, you may prefer a larger bag.
Q: What condition is this item in? A: This bag is in very good pre-owned condition. There is scuffing on the strap, a light trace of use inside, and the hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: What is included with the bag? A: A detachable shoulder strap is included. Everything included with this item is shown in the product information; if something is not listed there, it is not included.
Q: How should I care for the bamboo handle and leather? A: To help preserve the bag, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, heat and rain. If it gets wet, dry it promptly with a soft cloth. Store it gently stuffed to help maintain its shape, and avoid overfilling it, as structured leather bags can lose form over time.
Q: Why is the Bamboo 1947 considered iconic? A: The Bamboo 1947 references one of Gucci's most recognisable house designs. Its curved bamboo handle is shaped using heat by skilled artisans, and the style traces its origins back to Gucci's historic bamboo-handle bags first introduced in 1947.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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• Green leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single bamboo top handle
• Detachable leather shoulder strap
• Orange leather lining with internal pockets
• Bamboo turn-lock closure
• Vintage
