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Purse

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Purse by Unknown Artist. A small, rectangular pouch made of fabric with a floral pattern and pink trim. The pouch is primarily light blue with a darker blue leaf and pink flower pattern. A beige figure of a person sits in the center. The pink trim runs along the edges and top flap. The fabric appears old and worn. The background behind the pouch is white.

Artwork details

Date:
1725–40
Medium:
Linen embroidered with wool
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 429 px
Museum record:
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