Purse
Artist
EVANS CASE CO
Date1890 - 1940
MediumMetal
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Herbert K. Alexander in memory of Grace Simone Alexander
Object number1993.10.131
DescriptionGold armored mesh square bag set on a circular frame that has a hinged steel mirror. Mirror opens to a cake of rouge. Opposite side has powder with place for puff. Evans trade mark stamped in powder cover. "Evans" stamped on frame. Heavy square snake chain loop for handle. Top of "compact" is a floral bouquet in petit point on black background. Lining of taupe gros grain.On View
Not on viewCollections
c. 1930
1900-40
1920's
1900-1940
early to mid-20th c.
1890-1940
c. 1930
