Three Art Deco Mesh Purses Including Whiting & Davis Three Art Deco mesh purses, including an example by Whiting & Davis with a gilt metal clasp, a turquoise beaded example, and an example marked "German Silver" decorated with fleur-de-lis. Type: Purse Materials: Metal, glass, textile Markings & Inscriptions: Two marked Date: Early 20th century Maker: Various Dimensions: Each measures approximately 10.5" x 5.25". Provenance: From a Glenside, Pennsylvania collection. The turquoise example with lost beads to the strands on one edge. Otherwise good condition, minor tarnishing to the metal.

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