Decorative ornament - France - mesh châtelaine bag

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Alpaca mesh-chain handbag dating to 1850–1900, a châtelaine-style metal accessory.

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Description from the seller

Metal mesh chatelaine-type handbag made of alpaca, dated between 1890 and 1910.

It is crafted from a fine mesh of small metal links suspended from a rigid angular-profile frame. The frame features engraved decoration with repeated ornamental motifs and retains its elongated-link chain to carry the bag.

The mouthpiece-type clasp is finished with two blue sapphire-colored glass cabochons. Inside the frame the inscription "ALPACA" is stamped, an alloy similar to silver.

This type of small mesh purses was used as a female accessory from the late 19th to the early 20th century.

Chronology: ca. 1890-1910
Material: alpaca
Total dimensions with chain: 30 × 11 cm
Dimensions of the bag without chain: 13 × 11 cm
Weight: 100 g

It will be sent with professional packaging and tracking code.

Seller's Story

Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe. Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
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Metal mesh chatelaine-type handbag made of alpaca, dated between 1890 and 1910.

It is crafted from a fine mesh of small metal links suspended from a rigid angular-profile frame. The frame features engraved decoration with repeated ornamental motifs and retains its elongated-link chain to carry the bag.

The mouthpiece-type clasp is finished with two blue sapphire-colored glass cabochons. Inside the frame the inscription "ALPACA" is stamped, an alloy similar to silver.

This type of small mesh purses was used as a female accessory from the late 19th to the early 20th century.

Chronology: ca. 1890-1910
Material: alpaca
Total dimensions with chain: 30 × 11 cm
Dimensions of the bag without chain: 13 × 11 cm
Weight: 100 g

It will be sent with professional packaging and tracking code.

Seller's Story

Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe. Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
100 g
Metal type
Alpaca
Title additional information
mesh châtelaine bag
Number of objects
1
Material
Metal
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SpainVerified
581
Objects sold
99%
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