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Sterling
Silver Figural Purse Frame |
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This is a dynamic antique sterling silver purse frame that my photos simply do not do justice to. This antique chatelaine frame, with original figural clip, expresses the details of the late 1800's quite well. It was wonderfully cast with deep repousse Art Nouveau florals and leaves which flank the central full facial portrait. |
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It's graceful arched shape flows beautifully with the overall appearance of the Nouveau designs. There are plenty of sew holes for attaching a vintage beaded purse or your own creation. Originally this purse carried a French steel beaded circular purse with fringe but it was completely tattered and unable to be salvaged. So now this exquisite sterling frame is available for your pleasure and creativity. I'm showing you lots of photos so you can see all the intricate and elaborate details.
The original clip is sensational, simply fabulous. The sterling is nice and bright all over, softly polished and the interior of the frame is appropriately signed. The hinges, attachments and clasp are in secure, working order, as they should be. The overall condition is very fine and well preserved for it's age. The only thing to mention is a bit of wear to the sterling on the backside, caused from rubbing against the body when hanging on the belt. The very tip of the nose is worn, as shown in the photo below. I had to enlarge it to show it properly, it's really hardly noticeable in person. I know a silversmith could easily repair it but I feel it's part of the aging and small enough that it's not detrimental to the piece, in any way.
Otherwise, this purse frame is divine and so very rare to find a sterling one this good with figural designs. Measurements are as follows: nearly 4 inches across the hinges, the interior arch is 2 inches, 3 & 1/2 inch overall arch to the clasp and 3 & 7/8 sew hole to sew hole at the hinges. The clip is 2 by 1 & 1/8 inches wide, the chains are 3 & 3/4 inches and the entire piece hangs 7 & 3/4. This is the first time I have been fortunate enough to acquire one of these marvelous sterling figural chatelaine frames, please consider adding it to your purse collection or perhaps you have the perfect beaded purse for it.
Item PS5-913 D $350.00 Make an Offer We Have More Antique Purse Frames Back to the Listing Don't miss the Antique Purses and Vintage Handbags at Antiques Off Broadway. Question or Purchase: Carol@pursestreet.com (413-592-4489) |
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