The front of the pouch showcases an exceptionally fine, museum-quality micro-petit point hand-needlework medallion. The central design depicts a classic, romantic French Rococo pastoral landscape featuring a courting couple nestled within an elaborate border of blooming garden roses, rococo scrolls, and blue ribbons. The reverse side and the top drawstring collar are crafted from fine, black silk, finished with wide matching black silk ribbon drawstring ties that act as the carrying handle.
Item Details & Specifications:
- Era: Antique Art Deco (Circa 1920s - 1930s)
- Technique: Micro Petit Point / Fine Tapestry Needlework (Front Panel)
- Fabric Components: Genuine Black Silk Back, Drawstring Collar, and Interior Lining
- Subject: Courting Couple in Pastoral Landscape / Romantic Floral Border
- Style: Classical Drawstring Reticule Pouch
Condition & Home Environment Disclosures (Please Read Carefully):
This antique textile treasure is being sold in very good pre-owned antique condition directly out of a private estate:
- Home Environment: This item comes from a smoking home. Please take this into consideration prior to bidding if you or the final recipient are highly sensitive to tobacco smoke odors.
- Needlework Face: The front petit point panel is structurally great and beautifully preserved with incredibly dense, vibrant stitches. Colors remain vivid and the pictorial artwork is completely intact.
- Silk Fabric & Ties: The black silk back panel, lining, and top collar are fully intact. The wide silk ribbon drawstring straps open and close smoothly. Minor vintage softening or light fabric surface wear typical of a century-old textile may be present under macro view, but it remains strong and ready for display or gentle use.
Please review all high-resolution photos closely, as they represent the primary visual description for this listing. Sold strictly as-is.
Shipping & Handling:
- Shipped promptly with tracked delivery provided.
- International bidders are welcome exclusively through the eBay International Shipping Program.
A marvelous, highly romantic acquisition opportunity for antique purse collectors or vintage fashion historians. Good luck and happy bidding!