Accessory - Personal Effects, Evening bag, c1900

Historical information

In the 17th century young girls were taught embroidery as a necessary skill for marriage, this also helped them make very beautiful handbags. By the late 18th century, fashions in Europe were moving towards a slender shape and women wanted purses that would not be bulky or untidy in appearance, so reticules were designed. Reticules were made of fine fabrics like silk and velvet, with wrist strap

Physical description

A lady's beige, beaded, silk lined, evening bag with press stud fastener

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