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The butterfly profiles are apparent, with their large dual wings, tentacles and
elongated bodies. Below them, the pattern radiates down to cover the greater
portion of the mesh and takes on a much more Art Deco persona. The colors are
intense and without loss, actually I really don't see any wear on this purse at
all. The enamel paint has a wonderful glossy sheen and I will not hesitate to
call this purse near perfect, if not pristine. The mesh tiles are attached at
all points, as they should be. There are no gaps at the hinges, in fact, the
mesh tiles at the hinge areas are exceptionally snug. I see absolutely no issues
or negatives to report on this purse, it's hard to find mesh bags this good.
The silver toned frame pulls both the Nouveau and the Deco eras together. The
shape of the frame is sculpted in a step down Deco form but the embossed floral
design is essentially Art Nouveau. I have cleaned and polished the old tarnish
off the frame, as best as I could, revealing it's true beauty and character. The
interior of the frame is signed by the Mandalian Manufacturing Co. and it is
unlined, as most of these mesh bags were. The hinges and clasp are both in solid working order. The
bottom is skirted with a full and frilly chain mesh fringe, with all strands
appearing to be in place. The fringes are a fairly bright silver tone with just
a little tarnish here and there, they really look much nicer than the photos.
Structurally, this purse is fabulous, not one flaw or loss that I can detect.
 
This creative vintage treasure measures 7½ inches from the
tip of the clasp to the bottom of the fringes by 3½ across the frame and the
bright silver chain handle drops the purse by 5 inches. Please consider
adding this delightful Mandalian enameled mesh purse to your collection of finer
antique purses. I do believe you will be
very pleased with this butterfly enameled mesh bag, it's wonderful and the condition is all that
the most pickiest of buyers would appreciate.
Item PS9-821 A
$435.00
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