Handbag with a miniature painting

 

Europe, 1880–1900

 

Cotton, coloured beads, base metal. A crocheted pouch stitched to an opening and closing yellow base-metal cartouche frame, which is decorated with a medallion and a chain. Accessorised with decorative pendants, glass beading (rocailles), and interwoven tassels.

H: 13 cm

UMP 16055