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Woman's purse

early 20th century
Object PlaceFrance
Medium/TechniqueSilk satin, brocaded with metallic threads; silk plain weave (tafetta) lining, metallic cord strap
Dimensions34.3 x 21.0 cm (13.5 x 8.25 in.)
Credit LineGift of Eilzabeth Chatwin
Accession number2003.327
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceInherited from Gertrude Laughlin Chanler by Oliver Chanler; Gift to the MFA, June 25, 2003
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