1930s Whiting & Davis gold metallic mesh beggar’s purse
SKU:
0228.14.003
$250.00
$250.00
per item
An ingenious design that kept handbags dainty despite having decent capacity, beggar's bags had round accordion-hinged mouths that expanded for filling. Beyond cool engineering this purse's added benefit is its engravable top, which has been left blank for future personalizing.
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Gold metal mesh pouch with expanding gatefold mouth and hinged metal cover; interior side pocket. Fully lined in peach silk faille.
material: metal mesh, silk faille
noteworthy: loosen dirt with baby toothbrush or compressed air
repairs: restitched lining where loose at mouth
condition: near mint exterior and very good interior with age-appropriate fabric discoloration and one previous repair
measurements:
height: 5 ½”
width: 3”
depth: 3”
mouth: opens to 4” across
chain drop: 4”
label: Whiting & Davis
material: metal mesh, silk faille
noteworthy: loosen dirt with baby toothbrush or compressed air
repairs: restitched lining where loose at mouth
condition: near mint exterior and very good interior with age-appropriate fabric discoloration and one previous repair
measurements:
height: 5 ½”
width: 3”
depth: 3”
mouth: opens to 4” across
chain drop: 4”
label: Whiting & Davis
