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Title |
Victorian Belt Purse, c. 1870-1905 |
Object Name |
Purse |
Description |
Victorian Belt Purse, c. 1870-1905. Small purse made of a sturdy fabric woven with floral and woodland animal designs in green, red, and ivory on a black background. On the back is a large loop to be fastened to a belt. Top of the purse has a narrow gold metal frame decorated with a swirly leaf pattern; around one side of this frame are attached a row of small orange glass (?) beads. The frame also has a narrow piece sticking out at the front of the purse, with five more beads on it. It is fastened at the top by a small clasp. Interior is lined in tan silk, and has a narrow pocket against one side. Faintly printed on the silk is "MADE IN FRANCE." |
Date |
c. 1870-1905 |
Creator |
Unknown |
Role |
Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
2015.031.002 |
Dimensions |
H-5.5 W-5.75 D-1.25 inches |
Collection |
3D - Personal Gear |
Inscription Text |
"MADE IN FRANCE" (very faintly printed on inside lining) |
Provenance |
Family heirloom belonging to Bay Area citizen. |
Search Terms |
Accessories Fashion Fashion Accessories Purses Victorian Victorian Fashions and Costumes |
Subjects |
Handbags Purses |
Credit line |
Courtesey of Hartley Laughead |