Beaded purse
1850-1900
Place madeUnited States, North America
Glass, linen, satin
Overall: 11 3/8 x 5 x 3/8 in. ( 28.9 x 12.7 x 1 cm )
INV.1260
DescriptionVertical rectangular black beadwork purse (chatelaine) on black linen ground with top flap having diagonal corners so that it is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, beadwork looped fringe around flap and on sides and bottom of body, black satin strap with chatelaine hook sewn to reverse at the top center, black linen lining inside, front and flap worked in solid beading with no design or pattern, reverse is black linen.ClassificationsPERSONAL ACCESSORIES
