What is the Ashford for?
Really this is a medium to large size tote that can fit almost anything you would put in a purse and then some.  It has a zipper pocket that can hold items on the inside as well. I would say the bag as a whole is probably large enough to hold a laptop. 
 
What is this Ashford made of?
The exterior is a Japanese linen imported from Japan. It has blue and golden flowers on it. 
The exterior bottom and handles are a very smooth luxury faux leather that is mediterranean blue.  
The interior is a pretty premium quilt cotton called "teal grundge" by Moda.  This bag is all antique brass hardware and has a custom antique brass donut shaped zipper pull. 
 
How Big is the Ashford?
The approx. size is 11-1/2" H x 13" W on the bottom x 4"D