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Political Purse

 Historical treasure - small beaded purse has a lot of detail and highlights the French Revolution.  On February 25, 1848 the French provisional government, following the February Revolution (also known as the French Revolution), decreed the "right to work" and established "National Workshops" to address unemployment, sparking a wave of revolutions across Europe.

Collection of Barbara Catanese

Details

Date: Unknown

Materials: Beaded

Provenance/Origin: France

Designer/Maker: Unknown

Markings: Unknown

Dimensions: Unknown

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