Lovely Pastel Whiting & Davis Dresden Mesh

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1930: item #295433
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This purse is a beauty in lovely muted shades of blue, green, pink and grey. In excellent condition, there are no holes, and no separation from the frame. The purse has it's original lining which is pristine; the lining has separated from the frame in one area which can be easily fixed. There is an interior pocket with a circular gold backed mirror. Very pretty chain handle and a nicely decorated frame which is marked on the inside with the Whiting & Davis Mesh Bags mark on one side and soldered... Click for details

Fabulous Flapper Purse

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1940: item #295425
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This is a gorgeous purse in a rich deep red like a cranberry. Ornate silver frame with a clasp that closes tightly. The purse has its original flower trimmed dark red lining and everything is firmly attached and in tact. All the beads are present and the condition is outstanding especially for a purse of this type. It's 6 1/2 inches at its widest and 9 inches long (approximate measurements)and the chain adds about 6 1/2 inches.

Unusually Shaped Lucite Purse

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1960: item #295405
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Interestingly shaped pearl grey lucite purse. In excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or rust. Closes firmly and rests on four small rounded lucite feet. The mirror inside the lid has lost some of its silver but is still in tact and functional. This purse is 3 inches tall and 10 1/2 inches long; the handle is about 5 1/2 inches high.

Stylish Lucite Purse by Rialto

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1950: item #295299
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Great looking tortoise shell and yellow lucite box purse by Rialto. In excellent condition, no chips or cracks and the clasp works well. It is 6 inches tall on 4 round lucite feet and about 6 1/4 inches wide. There is a nicely carved lid and the tortoiseshell handles are firmly attached. Just a little gem of a purse.

Whiting & Davis Fine Soldered Mesh Purse

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1930: item #295295
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Lovely soldered mesh purse by Whiting and Davis with a sliding chain handle that "locks" the purse when it is in the top position. There is a blue stone cabachon in the clasp, everything is intact and attached and all the fringe is present. Inside it is stamped with the Whiting & Davis logo on one side and Soldered Mesh on the other. In excellent condition, it is 8 inches long from top of clasp to the bottom of the fringe and 3 inches wide; the chain adds 5 and a half inches.

Sterling Silver Mesh Evening Bag c. 1940s

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1940: item #294131
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Very lovely sterling silver mesh evening purse in pristine condition. Marked for Sterling and a makers mark that I can't decipher, the purse is 6 1/2 inches long including the fringe and 5 inches wide including the frame. It's a substantial piece and weighs just over 170 grams. In excellent condition, everything is in tact and connected. Just lovely.

Vintage Silk Handbeaded Belgian Purse

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1940: item #287531
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Very pretty little evening purse, cream colored. It appears to never have been used; the mirror inside is still in it's wax envelope and has the original tissue paper inside the purse. No stains and no missing beads and it comes in a silk bag for storing. Measures 5.5 inches from clasp to bottom and 8" at its widest.

French Beaded Evening Purse ca. 1930s-40s

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1940: item #286020
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Very pretty, lovely colors in this hand seed beaded purse made in France. There is lovely tambour embroidery as well. The inside is lined in a creamy color satin material that is absolutely clean. There are two inner pockets and a label that says "Bags by Josef, Hand Beaded in France". The clasp is very firm and is decorated with two dome shaped clear glass beads. Condition is great; no tears; nothing missing or detached. About 8 inches by 5 1/2 inches, this is a great bag and would work during ... Click for details

Taupe Cut Steel French Micro Beaded Purse ca. 1950s

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1960: item #285665
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Great looking cut steel beaded purse made in France. In immaculate, never used condition. Lined in a gold satin material, there is a matching change purse and a mirror wrapped in its original tissue paper in the inner pocket. Nothing missing or torn and the top of the purse opens and closes with a firm "snap". The top is also very nicely beaded blending right in with the body of the purse. 10 inches wide and 6 inches high, this is a lovely blend of taupe, silver and gold micro beads.

Vintage Red Steel Cut Micro Beaded Purse , ca.1950s

Archives: Decorative Art: Textiles: Accessories Pre 1960: item #285300
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Fabulous purse in excellent condition, this cut steel beaded purse, though unmarked is probably French. It looks like it may never have been used. Great tapestry design of deep red, gold, and silver/grey, it is lined with a red satin material. There are two inner pockets, one of which contains a red satin change purse and a mirror backed with the same red fabric. No tears, no stains,and in absolutely pristine condition, the purse measures 9" at the widest and 6" inch high; the beaded strap adds ... Click for details