Opulent Artisan Chamber Nautilus Jeweled Shell Evening Bag c 1970s
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Opulent Artisan Chamber Nautilus Jeweled Shell Evening Bag c 1970s
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Length: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
- Style:avant-garde (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Material Notes:The handmade artisan evening bag is designed with a large-scale organic chamber nautilus sea shell. Embellished with dangle pale green lucite beads. Carried with a gold cord strap with matching trim
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very nice vintage condition. Appears to have been carefully stored and seldom carried.
- Seller Location:University City, MO
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU73613590772
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