purse

DateMid to Late 1800s

Terms

Purses
Glass
Steel
Taffeta
Kid
Beads
Paris

Dimensions15.24 × 43.18 cm (6 × 17 in.)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Harford Powel

Object numberPER1133.2

DescriptionSmall beaded purse entirely covered with dark blue, steel, and gold beads to form a rather ornate geometric pattern. The pattern is symmetrical over a horizontal axis, and has as its center a series of ovals with a line of gold beads slicing through horizontally. The bag features a gold-washed steel frame and chain that runs through two circular metal loops at the top. Long blue, gold, and steel beaded fringe at bottom. The interior is lined with light blue taffeta. A small rectangular mirror rests inside an interior pocket.

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