William B. Kerr & Co., Newark, N.J.
Handbag

MakerAmerican, active 1855–1927
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Handbag
Datec. 1890
PlaceUnited States
MediumSterling silver, suede, and metal beads
DimensionsOther (without strap): 9 1/16 × 8 1/4in. (23 × 21cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George Ehni
Object number95.558
Non exposé

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ProvenanceMildred Q. Dallman; […]; Mrs. George Ehni; given to MFAH, 1995.

Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Sterling 12 stamped on top center verso

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