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Chinese Style Pochette/Purse
Chinese Style Pochette/Purse
Chinese Style Pochette/Purse
Chinese Style Pochette/Purse

Chinese Style Pochette/Purse

Date1930s
Object NamePurse
Mediumsilk
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsLength:19.4; Width:10.5 Cm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS006557
About MeBlack silk pochette purse embroidered with orange and cream chinese style designs.

The embroidery is worked in satin stitch and silk threads on the fold over flap, which is fastened with a concealed press stud. The cream decorative fastener is lined in cream silk, inside the purse there are two slip pockets and zipped pockets.
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