Lace and Applique Drawstring Purse

Name/Title

Lace and Applique Drawstring Purse

Context

Floral Applique and Crochet Drawstring Purse, from the Edwardian Era, Early 20th century 8 x 7.25 in. Gift of Cynthia Swift, 2020.04.03 This net crochet purse features floral appliques and a crochet lace border. The appliques appear to be machine made while the rest of the bag looks hand stitched. The silk lining of the bag has been finished with only one french seam and is hand tacked to the sides and bottom of the crochet overlay. The bag is closed with a twisted rope drawstring.

Acquisition

Accession

2020.04

Source or Donor

Cynthia Swift

Acquisition Method

Gift