So typical of its time, this bag was created in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of foxing to the surface of the internal mirror. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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The Details...
This evening bag or dance purse is constructed from cream coloured celluloid and is octagonal in shape. The front of the bag is detailed with tiny, round metal studs and round yellow/orange coloured rhinestones. Hanging from the base of the bag is a cream coloured silk thread tassel. The bag has a cord handle, which is detailed at either end with cream coloured celluloid beads. The bag opens with a push clasp. Inside the bag, there is a mirror and a powder compartment with an original powder puff. The bag measures 8cm x 8cm x 2cm. The drop of the handle is 17cm and the length of the tassel is 10cm.
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A Short History...
Celluloid was a highly popular material in jewellery and accessories manufacture during the 1920s. Newly pioneered injection molding processes, meant that cellulose could be used to produce many identical pieces at the same time. This resulted in the cost per item of celluloid pieces being very low and the material could therefore cater for post-war demands for affordable jewellery and accessories.
Wear it With...
This evening bag would be perfect paired with a floral maxi dress and leather jacket.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This lovely buckle was made in France and features a wonderfully typical original Art Nouveau design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring an evocative Arts and Crafts design, this lovely buckle dates from the early 1900s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some loss to enamel in a couple of tiny areas. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This rare hair accessory is an original piece from the Egyptian Revival of the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some oxidisation and losses to the tiny metal studs on the central panel of this piece. This is consistent with age and only really obvious under magnification. It does not detract from the appeal and rarity of the pin.
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This wonderful bag dates from the mid to late 19th century. It is in lovely condition for its age.
Condition Report:
Good - There is some wear and darkening to the lining of the bag, bead loss in a couple of tiny areas around the frame and slight oxidisation to the handle. This does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful hair accessory was created in the Edwardian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small crack in the celluloid, which has been glued and repaired. This is only apparent upon close inspection and is not visible when worn because it is behind the paste motif.
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This elegant hair accessory most likely dates from the late Victorian era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of tiny areas of scuffing to the surface of the plastic. This is consistent with age and is only visible upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful hair accessory was created in the 1960s in France by Marcel Gérard.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty and shimmering buckle by the renowned Piel Frères company dates from c.1920.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to a couple of the paste stones. This is consistent with age, only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This evocative 1920s buckle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One claw is missing from the setting of one glass panel. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal and functionality of the piece.
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This evocative and stylish bag was created in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the devoré velvet exterior of the bag and wear to the chain handle. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This lovely buckle was sourced in France and features bright paste stones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely buckle was sourced in France and features elegant Guilloché enamel detailing.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This sweet clutch bag dates from the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of tiny areas of bead loss on the strap on the reverse of the bag and a little staining to the interior lining of the bag. These factors do not detract from the appeal or usability of the piece.
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This lovely buckle features a wonderfully typical original Art Nouveau design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little dulling to the gilded metal surface. This is consistent with age, but does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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So typical of its time, this bag was created in the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of foxing to the surface of the internal mirror. This is consistent with age and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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