A beautiful Edwardian tapestry bag with wonderfully vivid colours and an enchanting composition of birds, flowers and foliage. Rich pink roses mingle with golden yellow, cobalt blue and purple blooms against a muted taupe ground, with brightly coloured birds nestled among the branches.
Believed to be worked by hand, the needlework has a wonderfully individual character. Its lively, asymmetric arrangement rewards a closer look, from the shading of the rose petals to the outstretched wings of the bird above.
An ornate scrolling metal frame, shaped clasp and fine chain handle complement the softly rounded silhouette. Inside, a dusky pink fabric lining is finished with decorative braid, a lovely detail that makes the interior feel just as considered as the exterior.
Carry it with a simple dress or pair it with jeans and a favourite jacket for an unexpected splash of colour. A special antique accessory that brings artistry and personality to a modern wardrobe.
In fabulous condition for its age, with beautifully retained colour and gentle signs of age to the fabric and metalwork.
Details
- Era: Edwardian
- Tapestry needlework, believed to be worked by hand
- Colourful bird, flower and foliage motifs
- Muted grey background
- Ornate metal frame with clasp fastening
- Fine chain handle
- Dusky pink fabric lining with decorative braid
- Softly rounded shape
- Fabulous antique condition for its age
