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Both sides of this frame are equally decorated in the same manner.
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 fabric 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 silver on the backside, caused from
rubbing against the body when hanging on the belt. The very tip of the nose is
worn through, 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
Now $300.00
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