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Fantastic Late Victorian Glass Beaded Dance Purse

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It's been so very long since I've been able to offer one of these exceptional late Victorian glass beaded dance purses, ca. 1900.

This particular example is about as nice as they come, the shimmer on these beads is truly wonderful, the entire purse is fabulous.



          

The medium sized faceted beads are flawless, the charcoal black sparkles like diamonds and the jet black beads offset perfectly.  The dual tone beadwork is hand stitched in alternating rows from the top down to a diamond shaped pattern, then a double row of fringes and the bottom is finished with a sculpted ball with tassels.  The bag is very secure to the frame all around and very clean, carrying only a scent of freshness.  I find no problems or wear to the beadwork, all is in extra fine condition.

     

The Victorian silver plated frame is a delightful crown for this handbag.  I have polished it for your enjoyment but not too much.  It has a lot of raised embossed detailing for added dimension.  A floral garland borders the top's outer edge with the inner arena decorated with vases of flowers within beveled diamond shapes.  The sides of the frame have etched florals alternating with the ancient Greek key pattern.  The clasp is in good working order and is quite different from what I have ever found, you push it a little sideways to open the top.  It even has an etched in arrow to show the direction.  The hinge is solid, overall, the metal is beautiful.

    

The interior of the top has a built in make-up mirror, it still shows a great image with only early signs of age.   The Victorian aqua blue velvet lining is divine, maintaining all of it's nap and showing just a little normal aging, nothing offensive.  The frame opening is roomy, I have no problem fitting my hand down into this purse.  Measurements are: diameter of the top is 4 inches, chain handle drops 6 inches, top of purse to bottom of the bag is about 7 inches and the tassel adds 3 more inches.  This Victorian dance purse is a superb choice for accessorizing your wardrobe, the condition is incredible, you will love it.

         

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