Victorian Silver Purses: The History, Craftsmanship, and Lasting Appeal of a Timeless Accessory

practical design gives them an enduring quality.

They also represent a period when even small everyday possessions could receive an extraordinary level of decorative attention.

A simple purse could become a carefully engraved object featuring floral motifs, elaborate borders, intricate clasps, luxurious linings, and delicate chains.

That combination of continue reading …