Antique 1800s German Beaded Reticule Drawstring Purse Zum Andenken Floral

Description

View Antique 1800s German Beaded Reticule Drawstring Purse Zum Andenken Floral with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A romantic antique beaded reticule (drawstring purse) from the mid-19th century, worked in hundreds of tiny polychrome glass beads and beaded fully around the body - a lush spray of flowers in pink, blue, yellow, and green against a shimmering pale ground, wrapping the entire bag rather than a single face. Across the top, beaded script spells "Zum Andenken" - German for "as a keepsake" or "in remembrance," a tender sentiment suggesting it was given as a token of affection. The bag has a soft crocheted silk header gathered by a twisted silk drawstring, and a beaded ball tassel at the base. It measures roughly 6 x 3 inches. Condition is honest antique: the all-around beadwork and tassel display beautifully and the crochet top and drawstring are intact, while the silk lining is worn and frayed inside, as is common on bags of this age. Please review all photos closely for beadwork, condition, and any bead loss. A treasure for collectors of antique beadwork, reticules, Biedermeier and Victorian textiles, or German antiques - lovely displayed or kept as a sentimental keepsake. Keywords: antique beaded purse, reticule, drawstring bag, Zum Andenken, German, Biedermeier, Victorian, micro beaded, floral, silk keepsake Condition: Pre-owned - Excellent. Category: Clothing, Shoes & Accessories › Women › Women's Bags & Handbags. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Exterior Color

Multicolor

Style

Satchel/Top Handle Bag

Country of Origin

Germany

Department

Women

Exterior Material

Glass Beads