Novelty bag

Elsa Schiaparelli for Maison Schiaparellic. 1938

The Museum at FIT
New York City, United States

Elsa Schiaparelli is best known for her surrealistic fashions, such as her "shoe hat" and "tear dress." This charming evening bag is designed to resemble a bouquet of violets and pansies. When the bag moves, the flowers tremble.

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Details

Title: Novelty bag
Creator: Elsa Schiaparelli
Fashion House: Schiaparelli
Date Created: c. 1938
Location Created: France
Type: Bag
Rights: Copyright The Museum at FIT
Medium: Silk net and millinery flowers
Credit: Museum purchase

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