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Pocketbook
French
late 16th–early 17th century
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Silk and gilt and silvered metal thread with silk satin lining
Dimensions
8.3 x 15 x 1 cm (3 1/4 x 5 7/8 x 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1102
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionFlat pocketbook. Polychrome silk, white and yellow metallic yarn tapestry weaving. Design of scenes and inscriptions from myth of Pandora's box, floral borders. Gilt-galloon binding. Blue silk lining. Two interior side compartments.
ProvenanceElizabeth Day McCormick collection; Gift to the MFA, October 14, 1943