80s Vintage Sharif Snakeskin Reptile Texture Shoulder Crossbody Leather Purse

Georgeous vintage shoulder bag, crossbody or purse by SHARIF made of leather that has been dyed and embossed to look like snakeskin.The faux job is very well done!Big flap that folds over the top of the bag to close it. This flap is secured with a large snap. The leather on this flap is pieced together in a fashion consistent with the way snakeskin would be. The interior of this large flap is covered in brown suede leather. This is a very spacious bag--much roomier than it looks at first glance.-One side pocket on the exterior back side.On the interior, the bag is split into two large sections. One of these sections has a zippered side compartment.The interior is lined with black vinyl which is clean and has no odor.The purse is attached to a long strap made from the same faux snakeskin leather to drape over your shoulder or across the body.This strap could be knotted if you desired to shorten the length. The strap is about 49" long.The purse approximately 12" x 8" and can expand to about 3". This purse is in very good vintage condition.SHARIF HISTORYSharif handbags are a designer accessory known for their uniqueness in design, while remaining functional. The Sharif family actually began producing handbags in Egypt in 1827. Sharif, who only uses his last name on his designs, is from Alexandria, Egypt. He began putting together his own handbag designs when he was still a small child.