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Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare
Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare

Very Fine Antique Chinese Silk Scent Purse Excellent Condition Rare

$ 126.71

Availability: 17 in stock
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Primary Material: Silk & Fabric

    Description

    Listed here is a very nice Chinese embroidery scent purse. These would have been filled with raw perfumed cotton to give off a pleasant smell when worn at the waist of the wearer. This purse is in extremely fine condition with brilliant colors and great embroidery work. The design is of butterflies and flowers one side shows an orchid flower and the reverse a begonia flower I think. The tiniest chain stitches are used.. hard to believe a human can execute such detail and beauty with silk threads. A tribute to Chinese embroidery skills, This purses shows no wear whatsoever,. There is no rubbing along the pleats as is usually seen and the drawstring is intact and in fine condition as well. It measures approx 3.5 inches at the widest point. A beautiful example in wonderful condition for collectors. Please ask all question before bidding. Buyer pays all shipping costs. UA shipping only. USPS Priority Mail Small Flat Rate box. Thanks and see my other auctions.