1920s Art Deco Celluloid and Rhinestone Vintage Dance Purse

    £230.00

    So typical of its time, this bag was created in the 1920s.

    Condition Report:

    Very Good - A tiny element of foxing to the surface of the internal mirror. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.  

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    The Details...

    This evening bag or dance purse is constructed from cream coloured celluloid and is octagonal in shape. The front of the bag is detailed with tiny, round metal studs and round yellow/orange coloured rhinestones. Hanging from the base of the bag is a cream coloured silk thread tassel. The bag has a cord handle, which is detailed at either end with cream coloured celluloid beads. The bag opens with a push clasp. Inside the bag, there is a mirror and a powder compartment with an original powder puff. The bag measures 8cm x 8cm x 2cm. The drop of the handle is 17cm and the length of the tassel is 10cm. 

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    A Short History...

    Celluloid was a highly popular material in jewellery and accessories manufacture during the 1920s. Newly pioneered injection molding processes, meant that cellulose could be used to produce many identical pieces at the same time. This resulted in the cost per item of celluloid pieces being very low and the material could therefore cater for post-war demands for affordable jewellery and accessories. 

    Wear it With...

    This evening bag would be perfect paired with a floral maxi dress and leather jacket. 

    Product Details

    BA56

    Data sheet

    Era
    Art Deco
    Occasion
    Cocktail and Evening
    Colour
    Cream

    The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:

    - Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.

    - Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.

    - Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.

    - Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.

    - If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.

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