Five Embroidered Belt Purses

Description:

Five Embroidered Belt Purses, China, 19th/20th century, each a small pouch attached to a belt loop, two decorated with scholarly and decorative objects, one with floral sprigs and insects, one with gardens and pavilions, and one with a phoenix and dragon, all in seed stitch, two with macrame attachments hanging from the flap, lg. to 5 3/4 in.

Provenance: The collection of Nancy Murphy.
Estimate $500-700


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