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French Beaded Handbag Tambour Needlework

Hand Made in France Evening Purse

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This labor intensive evening bag was hand made in France around 1930 and truly is one of the best of it's kind that I have seen in a long time. The all over tiny ivory seed beads are dynamically accentuated with some of the finest Tambour needlework executed with the Beauvais stitch. The pattern is just striking, a delightful paisley and floral theme with an added treat, it is fully detailed front to back, bottom and sides.





 

The colors are strong yet soft, having multi pinks, blue, several greens, browns, skin and earth tones, showing best in the first and last photos, along with the true bright ivory background color. The condition of this purse is remarkable, none have survived in better shape. Not more than a couple of beads will be found missing on the entire purse. There are no stains, snags or flaws to speak of and this purse has been professionally cleaned for your future enjoyment.

 

The frame is covered in colorful coordinating beadwork that is flanked by soft white twists of beading. The clasp is a cute filigree tab that is also delicately enhanced. The brassy tone framing has acquired a nice aged patina but there is so much beadwork that you don't see much metal. The interior egg shell white satin lining is clean and damage free showing a little age but not too much. It has a nice pocket and maintains it's French label. The chain handle has darkened a bit from age, blending well with the brown tones and dropping the purse by 4 & 1/2 inches. This gorgeous French beaded evening bag measures, stuffed with tissue, 4  3/4 in height by 7 & 1/4 in width by 1 & 1/4 inches in depth along the bottom and sides. This handbag is beautiful, in fabulous desirable condition, you won't find a nicer one with this style of French workmanship.

 

Item  PS7-623 C             $285.00          Make an Offer

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