Hidden Gems Of Furniture, Lighting & Collectables Online Auction
Lot 150:
A Collection of 10 Vintage and Antique Beaded and Textile Purses and Reticules
Description
A collection of 10 assorted vintage and antique bags and reticules dating from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century. The materials present include fine glass micro-beads, silk, satin, velvet, woven textile, and early plastic (Bakelite or similar). Styles vary widely, encompassing coin purses, envelope bags, and handled bags. Notable items include a large black fabric envelope bag heavily embroidered with silver micro-beadwork forming a central sunflower motif, several small framed micro-beaded coin purses featuring multi-color floral or geometric patterns, a yellow woven or crocheted textile bag, and an amber-toned handled bag constructed of plastic or Bakelite. The plastic handled bag retains a small handwritten inventory sticker reading May Not 5 / Sale Please. The collection also includes a black netted beaded bag and an orange velvet pouch.
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