"Theorem" painted velvet drawstring purse embellished with two lozenges of birchbark embroidered with moosehair surrounded by painted floral vines. The bottom hem of the purse is decorated with three small tassels.
purses (ladies' accessories)
velvet (fabric weave)
Bag, Carrying
Purse
Purse
Unknown
Estate of Mrs. Jane N. Grew
1920.432
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