Purse
Date1650-1680
OriginEngland or Europe, Italy
MediumSilk, metallic threads.
DimensionsL: 3 1/2"; W: 4 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donors
Object number1971-1413
DescriptionDrawstring purse of tapestry with silver ground and formal symmetrical flower and leaf motif outlined in black (same design on both sides). Edge is trimmed with green silk loop fringe and gold and silver metallic lace. Green silk ribbon drawstring has green ribbon tassels with metallic lace. Lining of pink, green, and white ikat (warp tied and dyed) silk.ProvenanceEx Coll: Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen.
