Original Leather Doctor’s Bag

Larger and more spacious than its smaller counterpart the ‘Gladstone Bag’, this vintage leather doctor’s bag has ample capacity. It has sturdy brass fitments including a pair of the typical brass clasps along the opening and a robust handle in good condition. The folding metal stays keep it open when required, revealing a well-used interior that although a little soiled and with a small coming away of the fabric at the top (see photo). We decided to leave things as they were to maintain authenticity. The lining could, of course, be replaced by the buyer if they thought it necessary. The rich deep brown colour of the leather has a good polished patina; the prominent edges/corners of the main folds are slightly scuffed but all the stitching is good. There are no initials on the bag, except for a faint capital letter ‘D’ on the small flap at the side of the opening.