Victorian Reticule Purse with Ruched Design Vintage Handbag Cottage Core

This Victorian reticule purse features a silky satin texture and a unique ruched design that adds a touch of elegance. Its compact size and long wristlet strap make it perfect for carrying essentials on a night out. The soft, light-catching fabric enhances its sophisticated appeal. Dellicate antique victorian purse, handbag, or reticule bag with ribbonwork flowers. The bag is silk with a pleated front. The interior is pale blue. -there is imperfect stitching as it was done by hand - there is fading to the silk. - there are a couple of very tiny age spots, in addition to discoloration on the drawcord. -there is an area of broken stitches at the area where the drawcord threads through the bag. - I don’t believe the center ribbonwork flowers to be original to this bag… they are however old and quite lovely. Given its age it’s in wonderful antique condition and very usable as a wristlet bag, or as decor. Bag measures 8 inches tall, and 7 1/4 inches wide. The drawcord measures approximately 16 inches long when cinched.