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Edwardian Whiting and Davis Dresden Mesh Bag, Big browse these categories for related items... All Items: Estate Jewelry: Cufflinks and Accessories: Pre 1920: item # 491059 GlitzQueen History and Art to Wear 56 Calle Monte Aplanado, NW Albuquerque, NM 87120 Phone: 505.205.1404 Guest Book $195 Free U.S. Priority Shipping (& Gift-Wrap if Desired) |
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Reduced this month from $255 and perfect for summer weddings and parties ...
Far more Edwardian in spirit than Art Deco, this remarkable antique evening bag from a Florida estate features baby fine mesh hand-enameled in the Impressionist manner. The subtle blue, green and lilac shades remind me of Monet's waterlily ponds painted at Giverny. As you know, the company's later designs are of larger mesh, decorated with assertive Art Deco colors and on boldly geometric frames. This frame, by contrast, is thoroughly Edwardian, with delicate floral and foliate details also appearing on the oblong links of 13 1/2-inch chain, which shows strong Arts & Crafts influence and is diagonally attached as chains were in the 19th and very early 20th centuries. Probable dating would be between 1907, when C.W. Whiting became a partner in the firm, and 1920. Exclusive of the gorgeous chain, the bag measures almost 9 inches from its clasp to the lowest point of fringe, and the shape flares to 7 inches wide at the bottom. Thus, it's unusual for size as well as style. Comparably sized W&D bags are now selling in the $300-350 range, but we've priced this example low due to the need to restitch the lining to the frame's perforations. This will be a quick and easy job for anyone handy with a needle (as I'm not). Apart from that, I see no problems of note, only minor age-appropriate surface wear to the mesh and gilding. All the grillions of fine links remain attached, with no tears, and the beautiful floral clasp closes securely. Please e-mail to confirm availability, order or request more photos. Thanks for looking! |
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