Name/Title
Navy Beaded Evening BagContext
Navy Beaded Evening Bag, c. Early 20th century
12.5 x 7.5 in. including fringe
Gift of Patsy Crocker. 2018.07.02
This early 20th century beaded evening purse has floral beadwork and multi colored fringe along the bottom that features large orange and pink flowers and green foliage on a navy background. The fringe at the bottom mirrors the navy, pink, and green beads in the body of the bag. The bag closes at the top with a brass frame that features delicate vine-like motifs, inset blue and pink stones, a brass pendant with a blue stone, and a small flower shaped clasp.Acquisition
Accession
2018.07Source or Donor
Crocker, PatsyAcquisition Method
Gift