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1920s Art Deco Marbled Celluloid Cylinder Vintage Dance Purse

£175.00

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

Condition Report:

Very Good - The clasp needs a good push to close. But, once secured, it stays in place through use. 

For more information about this bag, read below...

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The Details...

This evening bag or dance purse is constructed from cream coloured celluloid and is cylindrical in shape. The celluloid is marbled in shades of orange, green and yellow. Hanging from the base of the bag is a black silk thread tassel with a black celluloid cap. The bag has a cord handle. The bag opens with a push clasp. Inside the bag, there are 2 compartments with lids and an open compartment. The bag measures 7cm x 4cm. The drop of the handle is 20cm and the length of the tassel is 9cm. 

To view a clip of this piece, click here: Art Deco Dance Purse

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 black jumpsuit and gold heels. 

Product Details

BA55

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.