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Antique evening purse in black silk jacquard with ornamental metal frame
Antique evening purse in black silk jacquard with ornamental metal frame
Varenummer:DIV-062
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Antique, elegant, and authentic clutch bag featuring black jacquard-woven fabric, likely silk, and a beautifully ornamented metal frame with a classic kiss-lock clasp.
The bag has a refined woven pattern with oriental-inspired motifs and a period-appropriate golden textile lining. The ornamented metal frame has a beautiful patina, emphasizing the bag's age and character. The original rings for a chain are preserved, but the chain is missing.
These types of small clutch bags were popular as elegant accessories for formal and social attire in the first half of the 20th century. In Swedish, they are often called a "dräktväska" (costume bag).
Condition:
Good condition for its age with normal age-related signs of use. The metal frame has natural patina and minor wear. Chain is not included.
Measurements:
• Approx. 20 × 20 cm
• Opening: approx. 14 cm
• Weight: approx. 50 g
Materials:
• Black jacquard-woven fabric (likely silk)
• Ornamented metal frame
• Golden textile lining
Probable dating:
Approx. 1920-1940.
A comparable bag was sold at a Swedish auction at Bergviks Auktionstjänst, which supports the interest in this type of historical clutch bag.
