Antique Victorian Mandalian Metal Mesh Purse Bag w/ Mirror & Tassle Chain
The 1880s Heirloom "Tam O’Shanter" Petit-Bag
This Victorian-era treasure is a masterclass in functional romance. Circa 1880, this unusual round mesh handbag evokes the moonlit galas of a bygone century. Its lid, a silvered canvas of embossed floral garlands and trailing leaves, opens to reveal a secret: a hidden vanity mirror for the discreet adjustments of a Gilded Age lady. Finished with a rhythmic tassel bottom that dances with every movement, this unmarked masterpiece—attributed to the early mastery of Mandalian—is more than an accessory. It is a shared secret between collectors; a fragment of heritage for the modern nomad.
Size: 2 5/8" wide x 7" long, 14 3/4" total height with chain.
Condition: Very good with tarnish. Cover closes properly.
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