173 - A PERSIAN EMBROIDERED LADIES' PURSE, 20TH CENTURY

A PERSIAN EMBROIDERED LADIES' PURSE, 20TH CENTURY A Persian ladies' purse of trapezoidal form, decorated with elaborate floral embroidery and woven foliate motifs in shades of green, gold, purple, and red against a golden ground. The purse features a rigid metal frame with a decorative square clasp set with orange-colored elements and a delicate chain handle. Accompanied by a small cream-colored satin coin purse, a comb, a mirror, and a name card inscribed "MRS. NUNES." Persia (Iran), probably the first half of the 20th century. Dimensions: 8 3/4 x 5 in., (22.2 x 12.7 cm.) Condition: Age-related wear. The accompanying accessories exhibit wear and discoloration. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.