This purse is ivory acetate on cardboard mounted on a brass frame with acorn closing and brass handle. The acetate is covered with crocheted rafia lace in a floral pattern. The brass frame has removable rods for taking rafia off for cleaning. Purse has an inside pocket.
Use
unknown
Collection
Women's Accessories
Made/Created
Date made
1950 - 1970
Notes
Date: 1950-1970
Made: Made in Italy
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Purse
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Bag, Carrying
Nomenclature Sub-Class
Personal Carrying & Storage Gear
Nomenclature Class
Personal Gear
Nomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal Objects
Dimensions
Height
9-1/4 in
Length
13-1/2 in
Dimension Notes
Height is without handle 9 1/4
Material
Brass, Acetate, Cardboard, Rafia
Condition
Overall Condition
Good
General Notes
Note
Display Value: Good
Status: OK
Status By: L.M.
Status Date: 2007-01-16