Roberto Cavalli Patent Leather Crest Medallion Chain Shoulder Bag
The Find: Mainline Roberto Cavalli from the founder era. Black patent leather with an oversized ornate gold filigree crest medallion engraved "roberto cavalli," featuring scrollwork, florals, and serpent motifs that defined the house's maximalist DNA. A heavy gold curb chain strap, contrast topstitching, and gold metallic leather interior. This bag comes with its original authenticity card. The founder's original design language, the hardware scale, the craftsmanship. This is the Roberto Cavalli that collectors are hunting, and this specific combination of patent leather, crest hardware, and chain is no longer being produced.
The Details: Black patent leather elongated shoulder bag Oversized ornate gold filigree crest medallion with engraved "roberto cavalli" and serpent, floral, and scrollwork motifs Heavy gold curb chain shoulder strap with lobster claw clasps Contrast cream topstitching throughout Flap closure with magnetic snap Gold metallic leather interior lining Interior zip pocket Embossed leather label: "roberto cavalli MADE IN ITALY"
Measurements: Approximately 12" W x 5" H Chain strap drop: approximately 8"
Condition: Very good vintage condition. Patent leather exterior is glossy and intact with minor surface marks on the back panel consistent with light use. No cracks, peeling, or discoloration. Gold crest medallion is fully intact with all filigree detail sharp and legible. Chain strap and lobster claw hardware are in excellent condition with no tarnishing. Contrast stitching is clean throughout. Magnetic closure functions properly. Interior gold metallic leather lining shows light marks from use. Interior zip pocket is intact and functional. Authenticity card included.
Authenticity: Interior embossed leather label reads "roberto cavalli MADE IN ITALY." Front crest medallion features engraved "roberto cavalli" branding. Original Roberto Cavalli authenticity card included. Construction, hardware, materials, and branding are consistent with authentic mainline Roberto Cavalli production.
