Created by
Unidentified
Worn by
DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
Date
mid 20th century
Medium
beads, sequins, synthetic fiber, and metal
Dimensions
H x W: 16 1/2 x 8 in. (41.9 x 20.3 cm)
Description
An oval shaped white beaded and sequined purse worn by Ophelia DeVore. The purse has a soft body made from off-white synthetic satin that closes at the top with a gold-toned metal pressure knob. The sides of the body are covered all over in iridescent white seed beads and iridescent white sequins that are clustered together in a random manner. There is a chevron of iridescent white bugle beads that begins at the outer side of the opening and reaches a point midway down the side of the body. A short gold toned double chain handle extends from the top.
The interior is lined in the off-white synthetic satin. There is one interior pocket. There are no labels.
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
purses (bags)
Topic
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ophelia DeVore
Object number
2011.25.9
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5e4ef1796-a210-49a2-8351-2f1d0a24c883

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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