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”.
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
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”.
Finely beaded 19th century miniature pie crust coin purse, featuring a floral geometric pattern in turquoise blue. Gorgeous repousse silver frame. Beading is in good condition; there’s one hole; losses under the frame, and some missing loop twist fringe. Measures 4”.
Fine 19th century floral beaded coin purse with super frame. The frame features sea serpents at the terminals and is set with turquoise colored glass. Pink ball and clear looped tassel. Clasp isn’t working; four glass beads missing; otherwise great condition. Measures 4”.
Early 19th century figural beaded coin purse, depicting an exotic man and woman sitting under a palm tree. Body is coming away from the frame, steel frame is rusty, and there are two small holes and losses under the frame, but the beadwork is wonderful. Small looped tassel. Measures 4 1/2” long.
Super heptagonal 19th century coin purse in bright blue beads with a red rose on one side and a yellow rose on the other. Clear loop fringe; gilt grame and chain. Good condition; scattered bead loss and missing fringe. Measures 4”.
Delicate semi-diamond shaped beaded coin purse from the early 19th century. Same bright floral design on both sides; gilt frame. Beadwork is gorgeous, but there are losses on each side at the frame. Measures 3 1/2” long.
Rare early 19th century beaded coin purse, a souvenir of the Pillnitz quarter of Dresden. On one side is a scene inscribed “Dresden”, including strollers and boaters on the Elbe. The reverse is inscribed “Pillnitz” and features a view of the famous water palace built in the 1720’s. Unfortunately, this purse suffers from lots of bead loss and is coming away from the gilt frame. But it’s a lovely piece of beadwork – and history! Measures 4 1/2” long.
