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This elegant Art Deco dance purse (also known as a minaudière or dance purse) from the early 20th century is …
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This elegant Art Deco dance purse (also known as a minaudière or dance purse) from the early 20th century is an exquisite historical artifact of the legendary Roaring Twenties.
Designed as a dainty evening bag for the wrist, it allowed the modern woman to carry her essentials with elegance when attending jazz clubs and dances.
The offered example boasts a superbly preserved cover of opulent brocade fabric, framed by a gold-tone metal band.
A distinctive feature is the integrated wrist strap, crafted from a fine, flexible Milanese mesh metal band.
The thoughtfully designed interior, lined with black fabric, offers custom-fit holders for cosmetics and a compartment with a sturdy metal spring clip to secure cigarettes.
As an exceptional collector's item, the original vintage "Imperial" lighter, which slides perfectly into the pocket, is included.
A fascinating combination toiletry case that blends luxurious craftsmanship with the liberated lifestyle of the 1920s – ideal for connoisseurs of vintage fashion, Art Deco objects, or as a high-end accessory.
Details:
• Item: Art Deco dance toiletry case / minaudière with
integrated accessories
• Style / Period: Art Deco / Roaring Twenties (c. 1925–1935)
• Material: Brocade fabric, gold-tone metal frame, Milanese
mesh strap, fabric and leather interior
• Origin: Continental Europe (probably France)
• Scope of delivery: Compact dance case including a working
vintage "Imperial" lighter. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 3.94ʺW × 3.15ʺD × 0.79ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fabric
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Goldenrod
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Zustand: Hervorragender, musealer … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Zustand: Hervorragender, musealer Vintage-Zustand. Der Brokatstoff ist exzellent erhalten und ohne Abrieb oder gezogene Fäden. Der Rahmen schließt bündig und fest. Das Innere ist makellos sauber, geruchsneutral und vollständig + „Imperial“-Feuerzeug anbei less
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