Song Brocade Silk Messenger Bag – Ruyi Leather Crossbody

This artisanal women's messenger bag combines 13th-century Song Brocade weaving techniques with modern functionality. Featuring a harmonious blend of layered bovine leather, mulberry silk (蚕桑丝), and brass hardware, its Siheyiruanyi (四合如意) motif in cobalt, amber, and ochre symbolizes unity and prosperity. Designed for urban explorers seeking culturally rich accessories.

【What is a Messenger Bag】A messenger bag is a diagonally worn crossbody designed for secure, hands-free carrying. Originally used by couriers, modern versions like this combine: 
✓ 8-10L capacity for tablets/notebooks 
✓ Quick-access front flap with anti-theft clasp 
✓ Weight distribution via padded adjustable strap

【Song Brocade Craftsmanship】Made from Song Brocade, one of China’s Four Great Brocades, this fabric carries over 1,000 years of history. With over 30 meticulous steps in its creation, it showcases the exquisite artistry of traditional Chinese weaving.

【Siheyiruanyi (四合如意) Motif】

The interlocking quadrilobes in azure, topaz, and umber represent:

四 (Four): Seasons/directions (universal harmony)

合 (Union): Balance between tradition/modernity

如意 (Ruyi): Wishes fulfilled 

【Premium Cowhide Leather】Crafted with high-quality cowhide leather, this bag is both soft and durable, offering a luxurious feel and long-lasting use.

【Versatile Design】Featuring a detachable shoulder strap and a unique bag shape, this piece can be worn handheld or crossbody, making it perfect for various occasions and styles.

Size: 222 * 70 * 184 MM

Weight: 0.65 KG

Shoulder Strap: 110-125 CM

Craftsmanship: Song Brocade

Color: Brown

Material: Cow Split Leather + Mulberry Silk

Capacity: Mobile phone, power bank, earphones, lipstick, credit cards, etc.

Song brocade developed in the Song Dynasty and flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and has a history of more than 1000 years in China. The raw material is mulberry and the production process is complex, from reeling and dyeing to weaving products before and after more than 20 procedures to complete. It is known as the "brocade crown" in China.

Song brocade is exquisite in design, elegant in colors, flat and straight, antique in color levels, harmonious and elegant, characterized by weft color, which is a kind of weft brocade with rich colors and exquisite patterns.

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