BEADWORK, BAG

c. 1950 - 1959
Overview

An attractive semi-circular hand beaded evening bag, purchased in George’s Department store in Melbourne in 1950s.

An accessory carried at formal dances/balls by the donor at the time.

White looped seed beads cover the bag, which is lined with oyster coloured satin fabric.

Metal zip closing and a rolled beaded handle.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-78-2024.128
Last modified
Thursday, 14 August, 2025
Completeness
72
Embroiderers' Guild of WA Textile Museum

Embroiderers' Guild of WA Textile Museum

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Beaded evening bag
Beaded evening bag

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