Vintage 1940s Black Plasticflex Oversized Clutch

A rare 1940s purse made from unusual materials due to wartime rations.  Textured black plastic squares linked by darkened oil cloth.  Flexible underarm size clutch style.  Lined interior with a metal zip closure.  Plastic square zipper pull.

NOTE:  the photos were lightened to show details; the purse is a true dark black.

 

DETAILS

Label none (but most surely Plasticflex brand since they held the patent on this technique)
Circa 1940s
Material Plastic and oil cloth
Condition Overall very good.  The purse shows light, normal wear.

 

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MEASUREMENTS

  Inches Centimeters
Width  13.5 34.5
Height  8  20.3