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BEADWORK, BAG
c. 1890 - 1899Overview
A rare hand beaded fob watch holder from the 1890s. These usually came in pairs, hung at each side of the bed to safely hold watches when retiring each evening.
Navy blue velvet case with glass seed beads worked in a floral design, and a twisted beaded fringe.
Other examples in the Collection. #2010.15 green velvet and #2017.18 pink velvet
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-78-VC2000.285
Width
110 mm
Height or length
140 mm
Year
Last modified
Monday, 18 August, 2025
Completeness
Embroiderers' Guild of WA Textile Museum
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