Collection Highlights
Come in, and Prevent a "Draft"
Date:
ca. 1863
Object Number:
PR.055.3.105
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Purse
Object Number:
INV.11315a
Date:
1800-1900
Medium:
Silk, gold
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 5/8 x 8 5/8 x 1/2 in. ( 11.7 x 21.9 x 1.3 cm )
Marks:
embroidered: center of top flap front: "B"
Description:
Flat horizontal rectangular silk blue purse (pocketbook) embroidered in gold thread, top flap slightly curved with two closure ties attached at center; floral design and monogram on front, floral pattern and Masonic symbol of compass and square with pick and spade on back, opens to single pocket lined with white silk containing silk Puerto Rican flag and Press ribbon; couch, satin and outline stitches.
Provenance:
George E. Stonebridge Collection
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
