Herbert Hooijkaas - Stand - Bag - .833 silver

Antique handbag / alms purse, whose centerpiece is a pierced silver mouthpiece with highly detailed ornamentation.

Netherlands, Schoonhoven - 1890-1910 - Made in .833 silver by silversmith Herbert Hooijkaas.

The mouthpiece is worked depicting everyday scenes, while the fabric appears to be black silk or satin, showing wear consistent with use and the passage of time.

Pay special attention to the photographs as they form part of the description.

Dimensions: 23 cm high x 14.5 cm long (closure) x 2.3 cm thick.

Weight: 210 g.