20th Nov, 2020 12:00 GMT/BST

Fans & Fancies - Online auction

 
Lot 5373
 

5373

A Good 19th Century Coin Purse with substantial gold metal frame, the woven bead design one of...

A Good 19th Century Coin Purse with substantial gold metal frame, the woven bead design one of a peacock with tail feathers fanned out, the bird meandering through a colourful flower garden, this garden being expanded on the back panel to include a garland of roses. The rounded bottom panel is worked in contrasting colours. Simple gold thread strap, lined in old silk; Together with Three More 19th Century Coin Purses, the first an unstructured bead sack woven with paisley boteh and spring flowers. Next, a plain knitted ruby silk bag, unusual with a divider inside, topped with a floral embossed gold metal frame. Finally, a navy-blue bag with tiny gold beads incorporated into the body and designed as a star to the bottom. Good gold metal frame formed as bunches of grapes, and very decorative tassel (4)

Sold for £100
Estimated at £100 - £200


 

. Item 1, the frame is crudely attached. The beadwork bag is crisp and firm. Item 2 has one repair mid body and the tassels are worn.

 


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Auction: Fans & Fancies - Online auction, 20th Nov, 2020

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