With our guidance, the brilliant artist Mark Venaglia has painted a most amazing line of vintage handbags. Each one is a stunning, one-of-a-kind piece of art you can carry. Recycled vintage handbags from the 1950's and 60's are so much better made than the bags of today, the ultimate in eco-consciousness recycling. Each bag is completely unique, signed by Mark. Here is the "Koi" handbag, of black patent leather:
The bags are just released, available only through marcjoseph. Here they are featured in Los Angeles Magazine, April 2008.
Following are a few more photos of Mark's handbags.
"The Spirit of Transportation"
"Pop Sensation"
"Deco Face"
"Sunflower"
"Pomegranate"
Prices for the bags range from $1450 to $1750, available only from marcjoseph.
