Venice Gondola embroidered handbag
Inside material is silk, hardware is made of brass. 10 1/2 in across top of bag, 14 1/4 in on the sides and 17 1/4 in across the bottom.
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Hello Sherry,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
Vintage Tapestry Petit Point Gondola Scene Handbag
Austrian, Circa 1940s-1950s
DESCRIPTION: romantic petit point scene, silk Interior, brass closure and frame, leather handle, 10 1/2 in. across the top of the handbag, 14 1/4 in. on the sides and 17 1/4 in. across the bottom, and missing hallmark or maker mark.
CONDITION: Appears to be in good condition commensurate to age and use.
PROVENANCE: Unknown
FAIR MARKET VALUE: $100-200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
AUCTION COMPARISONS:
https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/26197232_delill-and-another-petit-point-purses
https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/47353551_viennese-petit-point-purse
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