Vintage could be older hand stitched leather satchel probably for music sheets

Vintage could be an older hand-stitched leather satchel, probably for music sheets. This stunning leather satchel has an Art Nouveau design in the handle straps and an unusual brass metal catch design with some age-related wear.

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37 cm wide, 28 cm tall, 4 cm deep at base.

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Said to have originated during the days of the Roman Empire, satchel bags have long been an intimate part of British life as a school bag. The traditional design consists of a simple pouch with a flap that proved popular at universities such as Oxford and Cambridge.