Antique Basket Or Purse,Storage Find

This is another storage find.This large beautiful item appears to be a purse but also could be an old basket,measure 12"x15",straps 14".Any idea ea what this is.

 

https://www.google.com/search?q=wov...YAQ&bih=692&biw=1454&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS900US902

 

purse

 

Made in Africa, Kenya to be specific.

Not exactly "antique." A popular item in the 1970s. At least in the U.S. nearly every one had to have one. And they're still being imported, but in a slightly different style.

 

You've obviously never seen 'Annie Hall!' 1977.

Debora

 

I remember them also being very popular in the 1990s.
Not very helpful but...

Woven Straw Bag Purse Leather Handles (wvbfa.com)

 

yes, very helpful...

 

Of course, I meant that the link did not offer any helpful history/age info. I also think their price is very ambitious.

 

that's OK....I meant ' you ' !!!!

 

Hmmm no I don't remember seeing that movie

 

A classic and one of Woody Allen's best. You should see just for your film education if nothing more.

Debora

 

Thanks will do!

 

They started being imported in the 60s snd 70s. Craft Caravan in NYC was the first I knew had them. I bought one in 1974 when I moved there.