Purse

Object/Artifact

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Purse

Entry/Object ID

G90.175

Description

Reticule mounted on a silver frame with cornucopia at sides, engraved: “Anna E. Dorwart” on front, and “Elizabeth Heitshu” on back. Silver chain. Olive green silk crocheted openwork at top, knit elsewhere with steel beads forming rows of paisley-esque cone motifs and chevrons. Solid at base. 2 cones and bead tassels at base. No lining.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Accessory, Adult, Female
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Date made

1835