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Edwardian Sterling Silver Purse, Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1903

$803.10
£595
€725.98
CA$1,145.02
A$1,180.42
CHF 670.71
MX$14,942.03
NOK 7,680.54
SEK 8,046.32
DKK 5,427.13

About the Item

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1903 by Henry Matthews, this attractive antique Edwardian sterling silver purse is embellished with embossed and chased decoration; the front depicts a romanticised musical scene with a gentleman playing a lute or guitar to two seated ladies in a garden, while the reverse features a detailed estate scene with peacocks perched on a balustrade amongst classical statues. The purse is fitted with its original carrying chain and finger ring, and the interior retains the original dark green concertina-style fabric lining. This silver purse measures 3.25” (8cm) tall, 2.25” (6cm) wide, and 0.75” (2cm) deep.
  • Creator:
    Henry Matthews (Metalworker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 2.37 in (6 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Edwardian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1903
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L51801stDibs: LU4930250071922

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