Advanced Search 
View: Face
Pocketbook
Italian
1724–30
Object Place: Italy
Medium/Technique
Silk and metallic threads; tapestry
Dimensions
Overall: 12.8 x 21.7 cm (5 1/16 x 8 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1110
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionRectangular envelope style pocketbook in tapestry weave. Silver ground with design in polychrome silk, gold and silver metallic thread. Design front and back: angels flanking arms of Pope Benedict XIII (1724-30). Gilt-galloon binding. Cardboard foundation. Condition: poor, worn and soiled.
ProvenanceElizabeth Day McCormick collection; Gift to the MFA, October 14, 1943