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1920

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2014

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Purse (France)

This is a Purse. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1920. Its medium is metal beads and its technique is frame beadwork. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Edward Luckemeyer. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Edward Luckemeyer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 5.1 x 7.9 cm (2 x 3 1/8 in.)

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Purse (France); metal beads; H x W: 5.1 x 7.9 cm (2 x 3 1/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. Edward Luckemeyer; 1920-21-1-c

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