Bag, Evening
Object number2011.66.3
Datec. 1920
OriginPittsburgh, PA
Mediumsilk; netting; glass
Credit LineGift of Nancy M. Longnecker
DescriptionBlack silk handbag with intricate decorative beaded pattern throughout consisting of black and clear beads. Snap button under front flap. Band on back, most likely for carrying purposes. Inner pocket.Dimensions4 x 6.75 in. (10.2 x 17.1 cm)Historical NotesBlack beaded handbag passed down through donor Nancy M. Longnecker's family. The bag belonged to the donor's great grandmother, Celia P. Lewis, a Welsh immigrant, who married another Welsh immigrant, John L. Williams.
Previous owner
Celia P. Lewis
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Not on viewc. 1920
2003
c. 1925
1965-1968
c. 1925