1950s Florida Handbags carved Lucite + mother of pearl box purse
SKU:
0601.13.005
$350.00
$350.00
A purse that “makes” any outfit it’s paired with, this handbag is like a piece of sculpture. Surprisingly roomy, semi-opaque body (so you don’t have to line it with a scarf like the gals did with the transparent ones) and “cut glass” detail on the lid and handle make this baby a pure knockout.
1 available
Irregular hexagonal box purse of mother of pearl and clear Lucite with “cut glass” carving detail on lid and top handle; silver tone top hinge and hardware with flip-down ball latch closure on front face. No dividers or compartments on interior; 4 protective Lucite ball feet on bottom surface. Unlined.
material: Lucite
noteworthy: wipe down with soft cloth moistened only with water to clean; avoid abrasives and chemical cleaning agents
repairs: none
condition: excellent with light corrosion (but no decomposition or stiffness) on lid hinge and very gentle surface wear and metal tarnish; no cracks or gouges
measurements:
width: 7 ¼” at narrowest, 9 ½” at widest
height: 4” with lid closed
depth: 4”
mouth: 6 ¾” w x 3 5/8” deep
handle drop: 5 ½”
label: Florida Handbags (made in Miami)
material: Lucite
noteworthy: wipe down with soft cloth moistened only with water to clean; avoid abrasives and chemical cleaning agents
repairs: none
condition: excellent with light corrosion (but no decomposition or stiffness) on lid hinge and very gentle surface wear and metal tarnish; no cracks or gouges
measurements:
width: 7 ¼” at narrowest, 9 ½” at widest
height: 4” with lid closed
depth: 4”
mouth: 6 ¾” w x 3 5/8” deep
handle drop: 5 ½”
label: Florida Handbags (made in Miami)
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