Purse, 1930-1945

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Artifact Overview

This leather purse includes several pockets and a compartment for a mirror.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Purse (Ladies' accessory)

Date Made

1930-1945

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

2004.0.3.350

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Leather
Cloth
Glass (Material)
Brass (Alloy)

Color

Tan (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 7.5 in (incl. handle)
Width: 6.75 in
Thickness: 1.5 in

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