Vintage Hand Embroidered Petit Point Evening Bag

Description

A Beautiful vintage petit point evening bag.

Vintage 1930-1950s era petit point bag A Petit Needle Point Handbag with Kiss Clasp and Chain Handle. Retro style tapestry bag, floral embroidered Needlepoint handbag.
Discover the timeless charm of petit point handbags, where each piece has a story to tell, charmingly encapsulating the spirit of bygone eras.

Originating in the 18th and 19th centuries, these bags symbolized craftsmanship and fashion history, enduring as cherished heirlooms. They stand out for their delicate needlework, elegant floral patterns, vibrant colours, and ornate motifs that reflect the fashion of the respective eras.
'Petit point' bags, cherished for generations, are exquisite fashion accessories, intricately embroidered with scenes, floral patterns, or geometric designs on a fabric background. Derived from the French word for 'small point,' petit point emphasizes the delicate needlework involved. Each bag, often adorned with fine silk or cotton threads, is a labour of love—a unique and luxurious accessory. Symbolizing both craftsmanship and history, petit point bags gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries and remain treasured heirlooms passed down through the years.
This bag is in excellent vintage condition with no tears, the embroidery is near perfect, one tiny blemish and the colours are lovely. Worked on a black ground with the same design to the back and front with roses and summer flowers within a wreath of scrolls, flowers, and foliage with a cord piping. Approximately 1000 stitches per square inch.!! a timeless accessory for any wardrobe
A beautiful handwork bag from a bygone era, featuring petit point embroidered body and a kiss lock clasp. Black silk lining with one pocket
It is a pre-owned vintage bag, with no signs of wear (probably never used by my grandmother)
A true collector's item, it is a statement piece that transcends the ordinary.
Lovely item, sad to sell but I have no use for it, better it is loved and used by someone else.

14cm high with frame excluding clasp. (In inches 5.5.)
15 cm wide. (inches 6)
graduating to 18 cm (inches 7)
Handle drop: 15cm
Sensible offer considered. 100% of my sales is going to fund Breast Cancer care🎗. Thank you. Collect/Deliver Brixham. Post by arrangement.

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