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Antique Chinese Embroidered Silk Purse
Item Details
An antique Chinese embroidered silk purse. The drawstring purse is decorated metallic thread embroidery. The embroidery depicts a large vase with the Chinese character meaning ‘content’ (安 an), bats, fish, and foliate motifs. The purse features a corded handle and tassel ornaments. 1938.P4
Provenance
Collected in the late 19th and early 20th century and donated to a Private Midwestern Institution in 1938
Sold to enhance and preserve the Institution’s mission-relevant Collections
Condition
Consistent with age; wear to fabric; general discoloration; pulling to individual threads.
Dimensions
3.25" W x 4.0" H x 1.0" D
Item #
17COL077-233