Purse
Date19th C.
MediumTextile, glass beads
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Herbert K. Alexander in memory of Grace Simone Alexander
Object number1993.10.15
DescriptionDrawstring of knitted beads in tulip shape. Background of crystal beads. Top has sawtooth border of green and yelloe. Band of pink buds with green leaves. Wide band of orange poppies and various-colored flowers and leaves. Band of pink flowers and green leaves in bottom section delineated by yellow and ochre edge beads. Beaded button base. Metal rings on tip edge to hold drawstrings. Lined with neutral silk gros grain. Bead size: 18/1"Folding card case inside. Initials PFN and PPC. Inside written "Thiffan(?)" Fabric embroidered and ink design.
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early 1900's
early to mid-20th c.
Late 19th early 20th century
Late 19th - early 20th century
1950-70
