#215

1897 Viennese Ballspenden in the Shape of Lady's Purse
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$400
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Description
3" (8 cm.) Of very lush soft aqua velvet,in the shape of a lady's purse,with gilt metal frame and having ormolu applique emblem and very elaborate tassels and cord with ormulu ball trim. The purse is aqua silk-lined and has matching order-of-the-dance booklet with gilt lettering for "Frauenheim Ball" (The Lady's Home Ball) of 1897. Excellent condition,especially elegant design. Vienna,1897