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Graceline

Black purse with celluloid lid

Description

Maker

Graceline

Culture

American

Title

Black purse with celluloid lid

Year

ca. 1950

Medium

  • nylon,
  • rayon,
  • celluloid,
  • metal,
  • plastic; jersey knit

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • Nylon,
  • rayon,
  • Celluloid,
  • metal,
  • plastic; jersey knit

Materials

plastic, nylon, metal, celluloid, rayon

Dimensions

17.8 cm (7 inches) (length)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Label: Graceline

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of the Estate of Peggy Cone

Object Number

2001.73.96

Type

  • Costume Accessories

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Cocktail Culture
Ritual and Invention in American Fashion, 1920-1980
Apr 15, 2011 – Jul 31, 2011

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Graceline
Black purse with celluloid lid, ca. 1950
Nylon, rayon, celluloid, metal, plastic; jersey knit
17.8 cm (7 inches) (length)
Gift of the Estate of Peggy Cone 2001.73.96

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