This purse has the energy of someone who planned to be noticed.
Covered in dense looping beadwork in vivid red and deep cobalt blue, this vintage evening bag has a dramatic beaded tassel, amber/tortoiseshell-look frame and chain handle, and a built-in vanity mirror tucked into the lid. The interior is lined in black fabric with red trim.
And yes, the mirror has had an eventful life.
Condition: The built-in mirror is heavily cracked and must be considered damaged. The interior lining shows fraying, loose threads, wear, and age-related deterioration. The exterior beadwork is impressively intact overall, though minor bead loss or looseness may be present. Frame and handle show age wear. Offered as a collectible/display piece with condition reflected in the price.
Even with the cracked mirror, the beadwork is the star here. It is bold, textural, wonderfully impractical, and exactly why vintage evening bags are more fun than carrying a rectangle of nylon with a zipper.
