Evening Bag
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Theresa Stern
(American)
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1900-1910
MediumProbably 15 karat gold mesh (10oz3dwt) with pierced gold frame
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth of bag): 5 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 1/4in. (14 x 16.5 x 0.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman
Object number1986.214.1
DescriptionSmall gold chain purse with pierced gold frame that divides the bag into two equal compartments fastened with a twist knob clasp. The finials on the clasp are made of metal cast in the shape of small pinecones or seedpods enveloped in leaves, possibly oak leaves and acorns. The metal frame is engraved with a floral swag. A small gold loop soldered to the inside of the frame may have been to hold a gold pin which could have been used to pin the bag to a dress or it may have been used to attach the bag to a chatelaine belt. The metal frame is engraved with a floral decoration including flowers with five petals, possibly a sort of anemone or dogwood blossom, or roses or peonies.
The inside of the bag has an engraved inscription that reads: "Mrs. Moses Fox Hartford Conn."
The inside of the bag has an engraved inscription that reads: "Mrs. Moses Fox Hartford Conn."
Collections
Date Note: This may date to 1907, the year engraved on 1986.214.2, an evening bag that belonged owner's daughter. (Blakelock, 11/02/2008)
Subject Note: Theresa Stern was Beatrice Fox Auerbach's mother.
Status
Not on view
