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Walborg Black Hand Beaded Envelope Evening Clutch Purse, Belgium – 1950s

$250
£189.80
€218.80
CA$353.66
A$380.75
CHF 203.90
MX$4,587.86
NOK 2,572.62
SEK 2,354.36
DKK 1,634.98

About the Item

Lightweight and flexible, this beautiful evening bag is glamorous thanks to its scrolling beadwork but remains more understated than most Walborgs due to its matte black fabric ground. Never used, it is in mint condition and can't wait to be taken for a night on the town. Black envelope-style evening clutch with scrolling seed and bugle beads front and back; snapping front closure. Interior fully lined in matching acetate. fabric: cotton, acetate noteworthy: clean with compressed air repairs: none condition: excellent measurements: width: 8 ½” height: 4 ½” depth: flat; expands to about 2” when filled mouth: opens to 5” label: Walborg (made in Belgium by hand)
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Clutch (In the Style Of)
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  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0430.10.0401stDibs: LU864324482192

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