Gianni Versace

1990s Gianni Versace Silver Snake Skin Medusa Clutch Bag

Silver Snakeskin Medusa Clutch · 1990s
1990s Gianni Versace silver snakeskin clutch with Medusa clasp and asymmetric steel handle. Made in Italy.
Details
Designer Gianni Versace
Period 1990s
Type Clutch
Material Silver snakeskin
Details Top Medusa clasp, asymmetric steel handle, inside pocket
Made in Italy
Measurements 34.5 x 20 (with handle) x 4 cm
Condition Very good, gently worn
PERIOD
1990s
PROVENANCE
Private Collection
Gianni Versace, 1990s. Made in Italy.
DESCRIPTION
A Gianni Versace clutch from the 1990s in silver snakeskin, with a top Medusa clasp, an asymmetric steel handle and an inside side pocket. It was made in Italy.

It measures 34.5 x 20 (including handle) x 4 cm. Gianni Versace founded his house in Milan in 1978 and adopted the Medusa as its emblem.

It is in very good vintage condition and has been gently worn; the metalwork is in excellent condition.
AUTHENTICATION
Verified in-house by a LegitGrails-certified expert.
Construction, labelling, stitching, hardware and materials checked against house and period standards. AI-assisted, expert-decided.
CONDITION Very Good Vintage
Gently worn overall; metalwork in excellent condition.
Authentic VersaceSnakeskinMade in Italy1990s Original
Silver Snake
The Archivary - Italian Curation

Silver snakeskin closed by a Medusa, with a steel handle set off-centre. A sculptural evening clutch from Gianni's Versace.

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The Object and Its Moment
A Snakeskin Clutch

This Gianni Versace clutch dates from the 1990s. It is made in silver snakeskin with a top Medusa clasp and an asymmetric steel handle.

Silver snakeskin, steel handle.

The Fashion Landscape
Gianni Versace

Gianni Versace founded his house in Milan in 1978. The Medusa head became the house's emblem.

The Wider Culture
Exotic Skins

Metallic and exotic finishes were part of 1990s evening glamour.

Reading the Object
Off-Centre Handle

The steel handle sits asymmetrically, and an inside pocket keeps essentials. The metalwork is in excellent condition.

A handle set off-centre.

Why It Matters Now
Gianni-Era Versace

Versace bags from Gianni Versace's own years attract collectors.

MARKET DEMAND
1990s
Versace evening bags
RARITY
Limited
Original period piece, no longer produced
ORIGIN
Italy
Italian-made Versace bag
HOUSE ERA
Gianni Versace
Founder and designer, 1978–1997
Demand
Gianni Versace

Pieces from Gianni Versace's lifetime attract interest among collectors.

Supply
Metallic Skins

Metallic finishes can lift or wear, so condition is assessed with care.

Context
The Medusa

The Medusa head is a recognised Versace emblem.

Shipping

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Delivery Times

London & United Kingdom: 2–4 days
Europe: 4–5 days by courier
USA: 6–7 days by courier
Rest of the World: 7–8 days by courier

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Price
€366
Authentication Included
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