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Petit point purse with a gold-toned metal frame with jeweled clasp. In the late 19th century, many Americans applied for patents for metal purse frames, which could be highly decorative, with faux gems or floral designs. Shops sold these purses readymade, but amateurs could also obtain patterns from fashion publishers. Floral patterns for beading or embroidery were some of the most cherished. Line and form are stylized according to aesthetic principles of the period,

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  • Title: Embroidered Purse
  • Creator: unknown

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