{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-whiting-davis-zebra-stripe-metal-mesh-disco-purse","title":"Vintage 1970s Whiting \u0026amp; Davis Zebra Stripe Metal Mesh Disco Purse Gold Black USA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a striking vintage Whiting \u0026amp; Davis metal mesh evening purse, dating to the 1970s disco era, featuring a zebra stripe pattern in shimmering gold and black. Made in the USA, this small shoulder bag is an attractive example of the metallic mesh accessories for which Whiting \u0026amp; Davis became famous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe purse is fashioned from the company's signature metal mesh, composed of hundreds of tiny, individually linked metal discs that create a flexible, fluid fabric with a distinctive shimmering appearance. The mesh is decorated with an eye-catching zebra stripe design, with irregular black stripes against a reflective gold-tone background. The pattern continues across both sides of the purse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bag has a rectangular shape, with a rounded upper edge fitted into a rigid gold-tone metal frame. The frame has a finely textured, crosshatched finish and closes with a small ball-tipped kiss-lock clasp at the centre. The metal mesh is attached to the frame along a curved opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long, gold-tone curb-link chain strap is attached at either upper corner, allowing the purse to be carried over the shoulder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is lined in dark burgundy grosgrain fabric and has a single open compartment. A woven label reads \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMESH – WHITING \u0026amp; DAVIS CO. – BAGS – TRADE MARK REG. – MADE IN U.S.A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhiting \u0026amp; Davis, established in Massachusetts during the 19th century, became internationally renowned for its metal mesh handbags. During the 1970s, the company produced a wide range of colourful and patterned mesh accessories, including animal prints that complemented the glamorous fashions of the disco era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 5 3\/8\" across\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 7\", excluding chain strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChain strap drop: 14\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In excellent condition with no noted defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a particularly appealing Whiting \u0026amp; Davis disco-era purse, combining an eye-catching zebra stripe pattern with shimmering gold-tone metal mesh. Its compact proportions, long chain strap and distinctive animal print make it an attractive accessory for evening wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ccode\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68051716309097,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Whiting-Davis-Disco-Purse.jpg?v=1794530709","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/fr\/products\/vintage-1970s-whiting-davis-zebra-stripe-metal-mesh-disco-purse","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}