This small art deco handbag/dance bag is from the 1920s.

Measuring about 4 3/4" wide and about 5" high to top of bag, this is a small celluloid bag made from what appears to be "end of day" celluloid. Multiple swirls of brown, green and burnt orange color the out side (see photos). A green painted lotus adorns the front with a typical 1920s design.

The inside holds a beveled mirror on one side which has areas of clouding. The other side has two fabric pockets, that were used to store lipstick, powder, change - whatever you needed at a dance or event. The sides are a teal green color and measure 1" high.

A green leather fabric-backed handle (7" long) ends at the top with a metal slide and a black metal finger ring. The hinges on the bag work perfectly.

There are no cracks, scratches, or other damage to the purse.

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I do not ship internationally.

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