Beautiful black silk reticule dating from the first half of the 19th century, featuring a veritable garden of embroidered and ribbon work flowers and leaves – so many different varieties! One-sided; orange silk lining; black braided handle. Excellent condition; just one or two loose threads. Measures 7 1/2” by 7 3/4”.
This is an exceptional little early 19th century purse. It’s made of black silk, roughly triangular in shape, and features a profusion of embroidered and ribbon work flowers. The needlework is wonderful, and different on each side. Unlined; excellent condition; one side has faded slightly and appears dark brown. Gold chenille tassels; gold braided handle. Measures 4 3/4” by 7”.
Lovely early 19th century brown silk reticule, featuring delicate beadwork in white, clear and gold beads. The triangular false flap displays a white floral border, which is expanded on the body of the bag. Beautiful silk wrapped and twist tassels, and braided handle. Excellent condition; lining is shattered, a few loose or missing beads on the upper right of each flap. Measures 7 1/2” by 7 1/4”.
Unusual early 19th century purse comprised of woven green and pink silk ribbons. The ribbons are so delicate, it’s amazing that they’re mostly intact; a few near one drawstring opening are split and parts of the header are shattered. Green silk ribbon drawstring. Measures 10” by 7 1/2”.
Lovely antique silk petit point purse, featuring two scenes. On the front, two lovers under a tree; he holds a bird; she reaches out to pet a dog. On the reverse, a river scene with boat and bridge. Beautiful pierced gilt floral frame. There is wear to the silk stitched throughout the purse, but it remains a beautiful piece. Silk lining is dirty. Pushpin closure is a little bent. Measures 8” by 7 1/2”.
Extremely rare antique German silver mesh purse, with a clock inset in the frame. The exact purse can be seen in Richard Holiner’s 1996 guide, Antique Purses, on page 107. Beautiful embossed frame; interesting link chain. Very good condition; crack to glass of timepiece, a few dropped links under one shoulder. I have not tested the clock. Measures 6” from clasp to bottom; 7 1/4” wide.
Antique micro beaded purse, featuring a beautiful oriental rug pattern, with tribal influences. The central black medallion features designs in green, gold and brick red. The medallion is surrounded by a white field depicting flowers and vines in blue, yellow, and brown. Finally, there is a vibrant saw tooth border in green, black and yellow. Mustard yellow cotton lining; drawstring closure. Probably had a fringe at one time. Very good condition; just a bead missing here and there. Measure ...click for details
This is one of the nicest petit point purses I have ever seen! It is double-sided, and features the very finest needlework. The scenes are taken from medieval unicorn tapestries. One one side sits a lady, flanked by a unicorn and a lion. Trees, birds, animals and a standard fill the scene. The other side depicts a similar scene, with a lady standing between a lion and small unicorn each bearing a heraldic shield. The purse is worked in black, gray and taupe – the shading is amazing. Pretty ...click for details
Charming 19th century Pennsylvania Dutch wedding keepsake box, containing a woven hair memento. The diminutive circular wood box features a painted lid depicting two doves perched on two hearts; they hold a device in their beaks (a wreath or a ring). There is a motto painted along the perimeter; I believe it’s in German but can’t decipher it! Wear to paint surface a losses to wood lip. Measures 2 1/4” in diameter.
Microbeaded 19th century miniature pie crust coin purse, featuring a floral pattern in turquoise blue. Gilt frame. A few small holes; losses under the frame, and some missing loop twist fringe. Measures 3 1/2”.
