GG Marmont Matelassé Shoulder Bag (Small)
Decorative Art / Fashion Accessory (Shoulder Bag) • Designed by Alessandro Michele for Gucci
Style & Movement
Contemporary Maximalism / Neo-Baroque; part of Gucci's 'Renaissance' revival under Michele's creative direction.
Medium & Technique
Black chevron matelassé leather with a vintage-effect finish; machine-stitched quilting; silver-toned palladium-finish metal hardware; sliding chain strap with leather detail.
Creation Period
Contemporary (Circa 2016-Present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 10"W x 6"H x 3"D (Small size); rectangular landscape format.
Subject Description
The piece features the iconic Double G hardware, a 1970s archival design reimagined. The composition is defined by rhythmic chevron (zigzag) and concentric semi-circular quilting. The iconography represents status, luxury heritage, and the blending of retro aesthetics with modern silhouettes.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; visible softening of the leather structure, scuffing on the bottom corners, and surface wear consistent with regular use.
Estimated Market Value
$1,100 - $1,400 USD (based on current resale market for used condition)
Auction Estimate
$700 - $900 USD
Provenance History
Likely purchased via primary luxury retail or secondary designer marketplace; no visible boutique labels or original dust bag shown in image.
Art Historical Significance
The GG Marmont is a pillar of 21st-century fashion history, marking Alessandro Michele's career-defining shift at Gucci toward 'ugly-chic' and maximalist branding. It represents the democratization of high-fashion logos in the digital age.
Notable Features
Features the 'Antique Silver' hardware variant which is less common than the aged gold; double-chain strap transition allows for versatile wear (shoulder or crossbody).
Condition Issues
Noticeable creasing in the leather flap, corner abrasion, possible fading of the silver-tone finish on the chain, and loss of original structural rigidity ('slumping').
Conservation Recommendations
Professional leather cleaning and conditioning to restore oils; use of an internal 'shaper' or tissue stuffing to maintain form; storage in a breathable dust bag away from direct sunlight.