Handbag
ca. 1932 (made)
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This flannel handbag has a chrome frame, and is fitted with a mirror and lipstick pocket and, in addition, a loose purse. It is part of an ensemble that includes a matching belt and shoes.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 5 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Flannel, chrome and lizard leather, lined with moiré, mirror glass |
| Brief description | Handbag of flannel, chrome and leather, box, mirror and purse, made by Hellstern & Sons for Madeleine Vionnet, England, ca. 1932 |
| Physical description | Square handbag of grey flannel with a chrome frame, bound in black leather, and with lizard double handles. Lined in black moiré and fitted with a mirror, lipstick pocket, another pocket and a loose purse. With a white box and lid, lettered in gold. |
| Summary | This flannel handbag has a chrome frame, and is fitted with a mirror and lipstick pocket and, in addition, a loose purse. It is part of an ensemble that includes a matching belt and shoes. |
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| Accession number | T.302G&G/1, 11, H/1, 2-1971 |
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| Record created | November 12, 2002 |
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