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Pocketbook
French
mid to late 18th century
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Silk; satin embroidered with silk, metallic threads, metal spangles, metal purl, enameled gilt lockplates, lock and key
Dimensions
Overall (closed): 8.5 x 14.4 cm (3 3/8 x 5 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Samuel Cabot
Accession Number56.1143
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSmall rectangular white satin pocketbook. Front, back and interior surfaces quilted in chain stitch to form small diamond pattern; outer border of sequins, undulating green line and straight gold line also embroidered in fine chain stitch. Inside, two pockets with flaps decorated with embroidered green swags in laid and couched stitching, and gold tassels in metal purl and chain stitch. One flap secured with enameled gilt lockplates and lock; tiny gilt key tied to plates with narrow magneta ribbon (deteriorating). Lined with light yellow-green silk taffeta (frayed and split in some areas).
ProvenanceCollection of Mrs. Samuel Cabot of Jamaica Plain; Gift to the MFA, November 8, 1956