Pietra Dura Purse

Pietra Dura Purse

Accordion style purse with Pietra Dura stone inlay front. The back is a Gutta Percha molded cameo of a woman's profile, classical style. The purse is steel mounted, with long chain. Marked "Brevete' S.G.D.G. ". Size is 4.5 by 4 inches. from the collection of Arlene...
French Celluloid

French Celluloid

French carved celluloid on black kid leather, wallet style. Two naked cherubs hold up a basket of fruit. From the collection of Arlene...
Beaded Figural Purse 1840

Beaded Figural Purse 1840

Type: Beaded and Knitted PurseMaterial(s): Knitted cotton, beadsDesigner/Maker: Unknown Date or Era:  1840   Description:  Tiny beads and some knitted work.  Different scenes on each side.  The people appear to be well-to-do.  There is a nanny holding a child and the...
Micro Beaded Figural

Micro Beaded Figural

Micro beaded figural purse, from the collection of Kim Stonecipher. This purse was by Julius Frankl. Design description is from Sabina Schurenberg: The man is holding a stick decorated with flowers (roses).  This kind of stick indicates that the man is coming on...
Stunning Silk Stitch

Stunning Silk Stitch

French c.1920’s silk stitched purse with an enameled frame. The design is atypical for a silk stitched purse. It depicts 18th century French farm scenes instead of the more usual scene of a courting couple. Both sides are different and the designs are highly...