Vintage mid-century satin evening clutch richly decorated with dimensional metallic bullion-wire embroidery in an intricate floral and foliate design. Muted pink, green, red and blue threads add color beneath the aged silver-gold metalwork, while a coordinating embroidered hand strap accents the back. The petite envelope-style clutch closes with a snap and has a gold satin-lined interior with a small pocket. The embroidery resembles traditional Indian zardozi work, although the piece is unmarked and its origin cannot be confirmed. Gently brushed with a soft brush to remove loose surface soil; no further cleaning has been attempted.
Details: Age Estimate: circa 1940s–1960s, likely 1950s Brand/Maker: Unmarked Dimensions: approximately 5.75" wide x 3.75" high x 0.75" deep Weight: 3.4 oz Material: Satin-like textile, metallic bullion/coiled wire embroidery, colored thread, metal snap Color: Champagne/cream with aged silver-gold, dusty pink, green, red and blue accents Closure: Snap Interior: Gold satin lining with interior slip pocket Design: Floral and foliate embroidery; decorative embroidered hand strap on reverse Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown; embroidery style is associated with Indian zardozi work Marks: No tags or maker's marks found
CONDITION: GOOD (Poor-->Fair-->Good-->Very Good-->Excellent-->Mint): 6/10 – Good vintage condition with age-related discoloration and surface soil to the fabric, tarnish/oxidation and scattered wear to the metallic embroidery, and one metal embroidery coil detached and extending from the upper edge; no further cleaning beyond gentle dry brushing has been attempted.