Authenticate This BOTTEGA VENETA

[gengem.ob]

@gengem.ob This Chain Knot looks fine, but seems to be missing the strap, and also has some type of discoloration. I would return if the strap wasn't included.

Thanks so much for the swift response. No chain,but I really did intend to carry as a clutch anyway, annoying thing about TRR is you can’t negotiate on price but I do normally feel I get a good deal on there. Agree this is probably overpriced, I’m not very familiar with Bottega items. The discoloration is a metallic effect, and looks like this was the way it was intended to be? It’s the other thing I was wary of, a strange finish. I also hadn’t seen any others with metallic edging....

 

[gengem.ob]

This Chain Knot looks okay to me, but I know @indiaink has a similar Knot - perhaps she can weigh in and give you her opinion. Knots are difficult to authenticate and they are not my forté.
This one looks like Shadow and it could be from around 2012-2013 I think - BV did some chain Knots at that time that hung vertically.
Was the chain not included? Is that discolouration on the body of the Knot?

Thanks for responding so fast! Much appreciated, i was very suspicious of the vertical chain handles as I thought it was very odd and maybe a wierd replica error, so that’s good to know....I will do a bit more digging now with years and colour to find some pictures to compare. Thanks a million!!

 

[indiaink]

Thanks for responding so fast! Much appreciated, i was very suspicious of the vertical chain handles as I thought it was very odd and maybe a wierd replica error, so that’s good to know....I will do a bit more digging now with years and colour to find some pictures to compare. Thanks a million!!

@gengem.ob the Chain Knot was the last creation of the former creative director of BV, Tomas Mair, so it only goes back to 2017, early 2018, if that helps you.

 

[gengem.ob]

@gengem.ob the Chain Knot was the last creation of the former creative director of BV, Tomas Mair, so it only goes back to 2017, early 2018, if that helps you.

I didn’t know that....thanks so much

 

[indiaink]

I didn’t know that....thanks so much

And one last thing, @gengem.ob, at least from me - I was mistaken on this style - the "messenger" or crossbody strap for the Chain Knot was introduced in 2015 - here is a photo of Knot done in the green with 'shadow' effect. Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2015

 

[gengem.ob]

And one last thing, @gengem.ob, at least from me - I was mistaken on this style - the "messenger" or crossbody strap for the Chain Knot was introduced in 2015 - here is a photo of Knot done in the green with 'shadow' effect. Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2015

Wow, you are a bag ninja, this is it, same metallic frame and the metallic finish follows this same pattern but is faded, thanks so much!!!

 

[kathiejam]

Ideally, I'd like to see a clearer photo of both the authenticity tag and the plate, but from the pics provided, it appears to be an authentic Large Nero Cabat, IMO
You could definitely ask Modern Leather for a quote on a refresh/treatment.
@indiaink rehabbed a Mini Nero Cabat a few years ago and I know there's a thread somewhere but maybe she'll pop in and offer you some advice.

Thank you so much, @V0N1B2! Here are clearer photos of the authenticity tag and plate. I have also sent pictures and requested a quote from Modern Leather.

 

[kathiejam]

I did quite a bit of work on my Mini Cabat - re-sealed the coating on the handles, repaired holes in the handles. @kathiejam if you only mean the leather itself, often a good conditioning with something like Bick's Leather Conditioner or Dr. Jackson's Hide Rejuvenator will do the trick.

ETA: Adding the link to my refurbishing of my Mini Cabat

Thank you for sharing the link. That was an amazing job you did on your Mini Cabat, @indiaink!!! My cabat will also need a lot of work but I don't think I can do it with the same craftsmanship as you did on yours =)

 

[BaguetteLove]

I literally can't get over the color of this one. This electric blue/ purple is giving me life!! Fingers crossed

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[indiaink]

I literally can't get over the color of this one. This electric blue/ purple is giving me life!! Fingers crossed

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This "Anemone" Cervo Hobo from Resort 09/10 is authentic. One of Classic BV's chameleon colors, as you see!

 

[BaguetteLove]

This "Anemone" Cervo Hobo from Resort 09/10 is authentic. One of Classic BV's chameleon colors, as you see!

Thank you so much and love the extra info, appreciate it!

 

[Htufo]

Can anyone tell me about this bag?? Thanks in advance ladies..it has a slightly courser feel then my other vintage bottega veneta bag.. thank you in advance!!

 

[Htufo]

Heya, just bought this ..can someone tell me if it’s authentic? Not sure if I’m posting correctly. Any information on this bag would be great..it’s courser then some of my other bottega veneta items... thank you!!

 

[V0N1B2]

Heya, just bought this ..can someone tell me if it’s authentic? Not sure if I’m posting correctly. Any information on this bag would be great..it’s courser then some of my other bottega veneta items... thank you!!

It’s an authentic Large Veneta in Milk from Resort 2010

 

[Htufo]

It’s an authentic Large Veneta in Milk from Resort 2010

Thank you so much!!!