Collection Highlights
Fuller (Flat Iron) Building, New York
Date:
1903
Object Number:
PR.020.61.1
Medium:
Photograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Purse w/fabric swatch inside
Object Number:
1950.139
Date:
1725-1775
Medium:
Wool, linen, silk
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/4 x 7 in. ( 10.8 x 17.8 cm )
Description:
Horizonal rectangular pocketbook in multicolored woolen flame stitch on linen ground, green linen lining and fabric tape edging; top flap is curved and has a tassel attached at the center, inside has three compartments with accordioned sides.
Gallery Label:
The pocketbook belonged to Rebecca Austin.
Credit Line:
Gift of Jane Austin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
