It’s not every day that we come across an item that we can specifically attribute to a time and place and purpose when it comes to antiques. In this particular case, the purse was created specifically to celebrate the 1878 Exposition in Paris. This was a very famous exposition, presented by a multitude of innovators and creators and attended by thousands of curious and anxious visitors, eager to see the latest inventions and products.
This purse opens to reveal several compartments protected by a clasp with an inner compartment specifically for small coins. In the 19th century, the coins were very tiny. This would have been the perfect purse to protect financial interests. Beautifully decorated, and in generally fantastic condition, a perfect accessory for your baby or as a standalone display piece .