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GUSN-47836
Small purse. Exterior covered with needlework image of a dragon and clouds. Decorative metal closure in the form of a dragon. Multi-chain single handle attaches in the center top of the purse. The terminal end of the handle is a pill-shaped piece of ivory. A round metal disc with relief of a dragon is affixed to it.
purses (ladies' accessories)
needlepoint (needleworking)
metal
ivory (tooth component)
Bag, Carrying
Purse
Purse
Unknown
Gift of Mrs. E. Stuart Pratt
1969.490
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