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Purse

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1928

GUSN

GUSN-35457

Description

Textured, tan leather clutch with fold over cover, interior change purse and mirror. Interlocking, colored leather rings are sewn to the front. Strap on back. Interior lined with tan silk.

Details

Descriptive Terms

purses (ladies' accessories)
leather
silk (fiber)
metal
Bag, Carrying
Purse
Leather
Purse

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Chester R. Taylor

Accession Number

1933.62

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