Twelve Antique Micro Bead and Beaded Purses.

Lot: 110

Circa 1870 - 1930.
Including six Italian microbead examples, an additional purse with Italian microbead panels and additional trim, five with silvered, gilt metal frames, of these, one possibly circa 1930. One Victorian example, possibly with Native American bead circlet embedded within magenta silk surround.
Approximate dimensions: 6 diameter to 8 H. x 9 W.).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Several with torn lining, some with beads absent, one of the Italian purses with a 1 diameter hole patina and tarnish to frames, threads loose and wear.