Purse
Date1900-1920
MediumTextile, glass beads, metal
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Herbert K. Alexander in memory of Grace Simone Alexander
Object number1993.10.33
DescriptionGold brocade background covered with rows of three shades of green, red, amber beads in floral and serpentine designes. Cast brass frame in openwork foliage design set with coral beads. Coral press button catch with brass ring pull. Bag is pleats fastened to frame. Lining of gold satin. One pocket. Stamped on lining in metallic gold "Made in France." Handle of brocade, beads, and metallic gold braid.On View
Not on viewCollections
c. 1850
1880-90
pre-1850
1890-1920
1900
c. 1915
mid 20th C.
early to mid-20th c.