{"product_id":"christian-dior-by-john-galliano-2007-joan-of-arc-chainmail-leather-handbag-rare-runway-archive-piece","title":"Christian Dior by John Galliano 2007 “Joan of Arc” Chainmail Leather Handbag – Rare Runway Archive Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristian Dior (by John Galliano)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Condition (Excellent vintage condition; minimal signs of wear, leather supple, hardware and chainmail intact)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeather \/ metal chainmail handle \/ mixed hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrown with antique gold-tone hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium Handbag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly collectible 2007 runway piece from Christian Dior under John Galliano, inspired by the cinematic and historical figure of Joan of Arc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional handbag embodies Galliano’s signature theatrical vision, blending medieval armor references with refined luxury craftsmanship. The standout feature is the chainmail-style handle, evoking the protective metal armor associated with Joan of Arc, contrasted against rich brown leather sculpted into a structured, almost corseted silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front panel showcases intricate detailing with lace-up elements, riveted hardware, and shield-like metal accents, further reinforcing the armor-inspired narrative. Every component of the design reflects a fusion of strength and femininity — a recurring theme in Galliano’s Dior era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is lined with Dior monogram fabric, maintaining heritage branding while complementing the exterior’s historical storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely seen on the market, especially in such well-preserved condition, this piece is not only a functional handbag but a true archive collectible representing one of Dior’s most imaginative creative periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn ideal acquisition for collectors, stylists, and those drawn to statement pieces with strong narrative identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #888;\"\u003ePlease note: Item conditions are graded based on the \u003ca style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/thenovaware.com\/pages\/novaware-condition-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNOVAWARE Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOVAWARE","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":55529384870264,"sku":null,"price":1398.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/7867\/6545\/files\/9B177136-F710-49B6-83ED-0F6EC9AC0E5C.png?v=1782462818","url":"https:\/\/thenovaware.com\/zh\/products\/christian-dior-by-john-galliano-2007-joan-of-arc-chainmail-leather-handbag-rare-runway-archive-piece","provider":"NOVAWARE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}