Mesh Purse - Purse
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Selected by Inés Fernández
Specialised in Spanish and Portuguese silver with over 10 years in galleries and auctions.
Estimate € 900 - € 1,000
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Rare silver mesh purse from the Belle Époque, circa 1890–1915, made in France, in very good condition with minor signs of wear; measurements 18 x 15 cm, weight 360 g, with a rigid-closure frame featuring geometric and floral pierced work and the original chain.
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Rare Silver Mesh Purse.
Bag dimensions: 18 x 15 cm
Total weight: 360 g
This is an excellent collectible piece from the Belle Époque era (around 1890–1915)
Object Type: Women's handbag in silver mesh (Mesh Purse).
Material and Purity: 800 fineness silver (800/1000).
Manufacture: Probably Germany or Austria, leading countries in the production of these fine meshes in the early 20th century.
Stamp "AK": the hallmark indicating the master silversmith/factory responsibility.
Stamp "Swan": French customs guarantee mark, applied to imported or used silver pieces to certify their quality in the French market.
Design: Rigid-frame closing structure with pierced and chased work inspired by geometric and floral motifs. The mesh consists of thousands of interlinked rings, giving it a fluid, fabric-like texture. Includes the original suspension chain with rectangular links.
Good condition
Registered shipping. Portugal with notice, tracking.
Rare Silver Mesh Purse.
Bag dimensions: 18 x 15 cm
Total weight: 360 g
This is an excellent collectible piece from the Belle Époque era (around 1890–1915)
Object Type: Women's handbag in silver mesh (Mesh Purse).
Material and Purity: 800 fineness silver (800/1000).
Manufacture: Probably Germany or Austria, leading countries in the production of these fine meshes in the early 20th century.
Stamp "AK": the hallmark indicating the master silversmith/factory responsibility.
Stamp "Swan": French customs guarantee mark, applied to imported or used silver pieces to certify their quality in the French market.
Design: Rigid-frame closing structure with pierced and chased work inspired by geometric and floral motifs. The mesh consists of thousands of interlinked rings, giving it a fluid, fabric-like texture. Includes the original suspension chain with rectangular links.
Good condition
Registered shipping. Portugal with notice, tracking.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Colour
Silver
Model name
Mesh Purse
Material
Silver
Made in
France
Condition
Very good condition, slightly used with small signs of wear
Height
18 cm
Width
15 cm
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