Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Pochette Marly Bandoulière Style: M51828 Type: Crossbody Bag / Shoulder Bag Material: Monogram Canvas with Vachetta Leather Trim Exterior Colour: Brown Monogram Hardware: Brass-Tone Closure: Top Zip with LV Logo Zipper Pull Dimensions: 9" W x 5" H x 2" D (approx.) Strap Drop: 21" (approx.) Interior: Cross-Grain Leather Lining Date Code: SL0948 (France, September 1998) Country of Origin: Made in France The Pochette Marly Bandoulière stands as one of Louis Vuitton's most enduring compact crossbody silhouettes, combining the house's iconic Monogram canvas with the elegance of natural vachetta leather accents. Introduced in the late twentieth century, the Marly answered the demand for a streamlined, hands-free bag capable of carrying daily essentials without excess volume. Its rounded rectangular form and single zip-top compartment distil Vuitton's craft tradition into a design suited equally to day errands and evening outings. The adjustable canvas shoulder strap allows versatile wear, while the brass-tone hardware and precise construction reflect the Parisian maison's commitment to functional luxury. This example, produced in France in 1998, carries the patina and character inherent to the coated canvas and leather that define the line.