Chatelaine Purse, circa 1905
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Artifact Overview
Suspended from a chain worn around the waist, a chatelaine purse was typically just big enough to store a few essential items. The metal frames could be purchased and patterns to make chatelaine purses could be found in Godey's Lady Book or Harper's Bazaar -- "indoor" purses were suggested to be made with velvet or silk, and "outdoor" purses in leather.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Chatelaine bag
Date Made
circa 1905
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
39.324.34
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mary H. Pelton.
Material
Leather
Metal
Color
Dark brown
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 13.5 in
Width: 7 in
Thickness: 1 in
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