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Bag

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bag by unidentified artist. Semi-oval shaped purse with rounded corners. Metal chain handle attached to top on either side. Top edge has ornate metal filigree design and clasp. Beaded scene on front depicting a grassy scene with trees on left and house on right. Two people and a dog on the grass. Bottom edge has scalloped design. Purse is predominantly green and blue. Metal components have a bronze tone. Background behind purse is off-white.

Artwork details

Date:
mid-19th century
Medium:
silver
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
426 × 625 px
Museum record:
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