Donate Now

Collections record

Collection Record Detail

Object Name
Purse
Object Number
1916-05-18
Description
Crocheted linen purse. Semi-circular shape. No handle at top just a linen string that pulls top closed. Large crocheted tassle hanging from body of purse. Lined with white linen.
Comment
Linen used to make purse was raised and spun by the maker Nessie A. Guild of Litchfield, CT.
Category
Personal Artifacts
Maker
Date Made
ca. 1835
Materials
Social Tags (experimental)
Enter a comma-separated list of keywords or phrases that describe this record.
Spelling matters! Avoid special characters like ' , & % ^ * ? < > ! / ( ) [ ]
Click for direct link to this image
Purse