Bag
1830-1870 (made)
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Bag of white silk satin with a rounded base and pointed top. The edges of the base are trimmed with matching chenille fronds, the ends forming a fringe, outlined with a scallop of silk cord. Elaborate cord and chenille tassels trim the neck of the bag where the draw cord is threaded. The bag is lined in pale blue silk.
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Materials and techniques | Silk satin, chenille, braid |
Brief description | Silk satin bag , England, 1830-1870. |
Physical description | Bag of white silk satin with a rounded base and pointed top. The edges of the base are trimmed with matching chenille fronds, the ends forming a fringe, outlined with a scallop of silk cord. Elaborate cord and chenille tassels trim the neck of the bag where the draw cord is threaded. The bag is lined in pale blue silk. |
Gallery label | Reticules, also known as ridicules or indispensables, were small pouches with a handle designed to be carried at a woman’s side. When they became popular in the late 18th century, reticules were usually made from fine materials such as silk to match fabrics used for dresses. Their outer surfaces were embroidered (sometimes with mottos), beaded or painted. They would hold small objects such as a fan, letters and handkerchief, and are considered a precursor of today's handbag. The purple reticule with yellow piping, shown here [T.256:1-1966], contained a letter and was made 'as a small token of gratitude' in 1822 by Emma A. Gibson [T.256:2-1966].
V&A, Room 40, Bags: Inside Out. (12/2020) |
Credit line | Given by Mr K. L. Stock |
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Accession number | T.440-1970 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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