This extraordinary Art Deco evening bag is from the 1922 Whiting & Davis “Princess Mary” line. These bags featured a fold-over flap closure. This diminutive example is made of very fine chain mail mesh, in the multi-hued “Sunset” colorway. The paperclip chain of the bag is attached to a Byzantine chain wrist strap that adjusts to fit the wearer. The frame and strap are pale gold-tone. The chain mail mesh is silver, gold, and russet, in vertical stripes. The bottom of the bag is a zigzag shape, with fine chain fringe. The flap is also fringed. It is marked WHITING AND DAVIS CO. BAGS REG. U.S.
Measures 4-1/2 inches long, including fringe, and 2-1/4 inches wide. Wrist strap would measure approximately 12 inches long if fully extended.
Excellent antique condition, with no wear or damage to the chain mail mesh, frame, or fringe.
This extraordinary Art Deco evening bag is from the 1922 Whiting & Davis “Princess Mary” line. These bags featured a fold-over flap closure. This diminutive example is made of very fine chain mail mesh, in the multi-hued “Sunset” colorway. The paperclip chain of the bag is attached to a Byzantine chain wrist strap that adjusts to fit the wearer. The frame and strap are pale gold-tone. The chain mail mesh is silver, gold, and russet, in vertical stripes. The bottom of the bag is a zigzag shape, with fine chain fringe. The flap is also fringed. It is marked WHITING AND DAVIS CO. BAGS REG. U.S.
Measures 4-1/2 inches long, including fringe, and 2-1/4 inches wide. Wrist strap would measure approximately 12 inches long if fully extended.
Excellent antique condition, with no wear or damage to the chain mail mesh, frame, or fringe.
