06-19-201306-20-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
June 19, 2013 02:00 PMCalender
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Two Beaded and Embroidered Evening Bags on Metal Clasp Framework

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$154$125
Auction: Discovery - 2660MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: June 20, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

Two Beaded and Embroidered Evening Bags on Metal Clasp Framework, America and France, early 20th century.
Provenance: Formerly property of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
Estimate $200-300

Black bag: minor wear to metal framework. Velvet undisturbed and in good condition. MInor wear to rhinestone decoration. Silk lining with minor wear consistent with age and use. Found in overall good condition.

Cream-colored Bag: Rhinestone-decorated silk overlay torn and separate from body of bag on one wise. Minor losses to rhinestone decoration. Wear to beaded framework.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords

France, The Metropolitan Museum of Art