BEADWORK, BAG

c. 1920 - 1929
Overview

This small flat square black beaded bag was worn with the beaded flapper dresses of the 1920/30s in Australia.

Beaded all over with black and silver glass seed beads in an Egyptian inspired design. The beaded flap opening has a metal press stud to close. Black silk taffeta lining with a pocket. A rolled fabric beaded handle.

Label inside states BLUE RIBBON.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-78-VC2000.290
Width
135 mm
Height or length
135 mm
Last modified
Monday, 18 August, 2025
Completeness
72
Embroiderers' Guild of WA Textile Museum

Embroiderers' Guild of WA Textile Museum

Beadwork bag back
Beadwork bag back
Beadwork bag front
Beadwork bag front

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