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Star Ruby and Bead Silk Embroidered Evening Bag

$850
£644.96
€737.45
CA$1,187.22
A$1,320.03
CHF 689.25
MX$16,067.94
NOK 8,794.47
SEK 8,239.99
DKK 5,503.76
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About the Item

A beautiful and intricate hand embroidered evening bag from India. The use of gold and silver thread and precious jewels in embroidery is known as Zardozi and was once used to embellish the attire of the Kings and the royals in India. An off white to pale custard silk dupioni is embroidered with gold tone metal and silk thread in shades of greens, golds and reds on both sides. Additionally, genuine ruby cabochons and beads are incorporated into the floral design. The large central flower is set with a 10 mm star ruby. The interior of the bag is the same silk dupioni with snap closure and has two elastic side pockets. It measures 7.5 inches wide at the top and 11.13 inches at the bottom. It is 1.75 inches at the widest and 5 inches high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Length: 11.13 in (28.28 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Material Notes:
    Genuine ruby beads and star ruby with gold tone and silk threads. Interior in matching silk dupioni with two side pockets in synthetic.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5449284902

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