This exquisite tapestry bag is a tale in itself—lavishly embroidered with floral motifs in shades of dusty rose, gold, and green, framed by a golden clasp. The beaded border gives the bag a shimmering halo, while the petite handle make it very charming. The kind of piece that once held cryptic love letters and velvet gloves, it’s now ready for new secrets. A handheld heirloom for romantic schemers.
Details:
Floral needlepoint tapestry with an incredible amount of half cross stitches.
Black beaded edge and short chain handle
Gold metal frame and handle with kiss-lock clasp
Fully lined interior
Vintage, circa 1950s
Front and back identical
Tapestry bags, often referred to as carpet bags, have a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. These bags were popular before the mass production techniques of the 1980s, which allowed for the simulation of the style using assembly line technology. The term “carpet bag” is used as a catch-all phrase to describe bags made from carpet, needlepoint, and tapestry materials.
Prior to the 1980s, carpet bags were typically handmade, with some being made from needlepoint or tapestry. The designs on these bags often depicted scenes of social life and history, such as floral landscapes or pastoral scenes. The 1920s and 1930s saw many needlepoint carpet bags, while the 1940s favored bags made from actual carpet material, featuring large flowers and shapes in muted tones due to the wartime effects.
This exquisite tapestry bag is a tale in itself—lavishly embroidered with floral motifs in shades of dusty rose, gold, and green, framed by a golden clasp. The beaded border gives the bag a shimmering halo, while the petite handle make it very charming. The kind of piece that once held cryptic love letters and velvet gloves, it’s now ready for new secrets. A handheld heirloom for romantic schemers.
Details:
Floral needlepoint tapestry with an incredible amount of half cross stitches.
Black beaded edge and short chain handle
Gold metal frame and handle with kiss-lock clasp
Fully lined interior
Vintage, circa 1950s
Front and back identical
Tapestry bags, often referred to as carpet bags, have a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. These bags were popular before the mass production techniques of the 1980s, which allowed for the simulation of the style using assembly line technology. The term “carpet bag” is used as a catch-all phrase to describe bags made from carpet, needlepoint, and tapestry materials.
Prior to the 1980s, carpet bags were typically handmade, with some being made from needlepoint or tapestry. The designs on these bags often depicted scenes of social life and history, such as floral landscapes or pastoral scenes. The 1920s and 1930s saw many needlepoint carpet bags, while the 1940s favored bags made from actual carpet material, featuring large flowers and shapes in muted tones due to the wartime effects.