PURSE WITH BEADED BODY ON METAL FRAME WITH COPPER CHAIN HANDLE

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

PURSE WITH BEADED BODY ON METAL FRAME WITH COPPER CHAIN HANDLE

Entry/Object ID

89.3.1.1

Description

PURSE WITH BEADED BODY ON METAL FRAME WITH COPPER CHAIN HANDLE Beaded body on metal frame with simple circular link copper chain handle, body beaded in gold and blue glass beads with medallion motif in center of each side and floral motifs in each corner, lined with iridescent peach silk with interior pocket, brass frame has a multiple repeat floral motif with gold-plated finish and two loops for the handle attachment, latch closure and opening ring on frame with applied bow decorated wreath. Frame stamped "MADE IN FRANCE"; label marked "MADE IN FRANCE" above interior pocket.

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Search Terms

Personal Gear, Purses (bags)

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Purses (Bags)