Quilted Paisley Duffle Bag (possibly 'Lola' or similar pattern)
Decorative fiber art; functional textile accessory (travel bag) • Vera Bradley (designed under the company's creative direction)
Style & Movement
Contemporary American Commercial Folk Art; distinct 'Preppy' aesthetic influenced by traditional Indian Paisley and Bohemian patterns
Medium & Technique
Machine-quilted cotton fabric, screen-printed with multi-colored dyes; features a diamond-stitch quilting pattern and integrated shoulder straps
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (circa 2010–2015 based on pattern aesthetic)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 10 x 9 inches; rectangular duffle format with cylindrical potential
Subject Description
A dense, repeating botanical composition featuring large 'boteh' (paisley) motifs surrounded by floral rosettes and intricate vine-like scrollwork. The color palette includes shades of magenta, lime green, orange, and navy blue
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing signs of moderate use and domestic storage
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 – $45.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$15.00 – $30.00 USD
Provenance History
Mass-produced commercial item; likely acquired through a retail department store or specialty boutique; currently situated in a domestic storage environment
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the late 20th and early 21st-century resurgence of quilted textiles in American mainstream fashion, specifically documenting the democratization of the paisley motif in suburban design
Notable Features
Features the signature Vera Bradley diamond-quilt stitching; complex interlocking color registration in the screen-print; heavy-duty plastic or metal zipper track visible on right edge
Condition Issues
Minor surface pilling on the cotton fabric; slight softening of the structural quilting; dusty environment suggests need for surface cleaning
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle machine wash on cold cycle; air dry to prevent shrinkage; store in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct UV light to prevent dye fading