Object Timeline

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1901

  • Work on this object began.

1925

  • Work on this object ended.

1968

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

  • You found it!

Purse (England), early 20th century

This is a Purse. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is cotton, glass beads. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 24.5 x 15.5 cm (9 5/8 x 6 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Purse (England), early 20th century; cotton, glass beads; H x W: 24.5 x 15.5 cm (9 5/8 x 6 1/8 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-135-48

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