{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-burgundy-velvet-handbag-coin-purse","title":"Antique Edwardian Burgundy Velvet Handbag c.1900–1915 with Leather Coin Purse","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a wonderful surviving example of an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique Edwardian handbag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating most likely to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1900–1915\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, fashioned in rich burgundy red velvet with a silver-coloured metal frame, distinctive ball clasp and short leather carrying handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handbag has an elegant, softly rounded rectangular shape, with a structured frame and substantial construction characteristic of the early 20th century. The deep burgundy velvet has a rich, plush appearance, while the curved sides give the bag an attractive, architectural silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silver-coloured metal frame is particularly interesting, featuring a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003espherical kiss-lock clasp with a diagonally ribbed centre band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, flanked by two smaller metal spheres. The frame is stamped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePATENTED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although no maker's name or additional identifying marks have been found.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA short, curved leather handle is attached to the frame with metal fittings. The handle has considerable surface wear but remains attached.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unusual feature is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge exterior pocket incorporated into the back of the handbag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This pocket extends across the width of the bag and has a shaped upper edge, making it both practical and visually distinctive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is lined in tan fabric and features a structured compartment with gathered side gussets. The lining is clean and has survived remarkably well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn additional antique leather change purse was found inside the handbag and is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This small purse is fashioned in dark, heavily textured leather with a brass-coloured metal frame and simple ball clasp. Its interior is lined in tan fabric. Measuring just 2\" × 2 1\/2\", it is a charming accessory in its own right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on the handbag's construction, metal frame, clasp, leather handle and overall design, it is believed to date to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdwardian period, approximately 1900–1915\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although a slightly earlier or later date cannot be entirely excluded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe styling and practical construction are characteristic of handbags from the turn of the 20th century, before the smaller, more decorative evening bags that became fashionable during the 1920s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Edwardian, approximately 1900–1915\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Framed handbag with short leather handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Burgundy velvet with leather handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep burgundy \/ wine red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver-coloured metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Decorative spherical kiss-lock clasp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarking:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e PATENTED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExterior pocket:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large pocket across the back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tan fabric lining with gathered side gussets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccessory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small antique leather change purse included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of manufacture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 10 1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 3\" across the bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 5 1\/2\" excluding handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle drop: 3 1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChange purse:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2\" × 2 1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handbag is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every good antique condition considering its age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although it exhibits signs of wear and long-term storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe burgundy velvet retains much of its original richness, with some surface marking and areas where the pile has been disturbed, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone tiny area of loss on the back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. There is a noticeable impression where the leather handle rested against the velvet for many years, along with scattered splatter marks on one side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is also a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eround stain on the underside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the handbag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe leather handle shows considerable age-related deterioration, including surface cracking, abrasion and areas of leather loss, particularly near the metal attachments. It remains attached but should be handled with care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe metal frame shows age-related patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einterior is clean and well preserved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the original lining and construction remaining intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanying leather change purse exhibits slight surface wear to the leather and wear to its metal frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite these condition issues, this is an appealing survivor from the early 20th century, retaining its original character and many distinctive period details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful addition to an antique handbag or historical fashion collection!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67697846419561,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Antique-Velvet-Handbag.jpg?v=1792066039","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/products\/antique-edwardian-burgundy-velvet-handbag-coin-purse","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}