Bag
Brand
Cartier
(French, founded 1847)
c. 1930
Wool needlepoint, brown suede, jade, and rock crystal
Gift of Mrs. William Randolph Hearst, Jr.
Object number75.109.48
Evening bags can be a means of displaying luxury, as seen in the looped closure of jade and rock crystal in this circa 1930 Cartier clutch. During the early twentieth century, the firm’s expertise in ornament and luxury extended to women’s handbags in addition to jewelry.
DescriptionNeedlepoint envelope clutch patterned with diagonal floral stripes; brown suede band holding clear glass ring and jade bar for closureCollections
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