Art Deco Enameled Mesh Purse

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number	308
Auction	Donald Melville Estate 3: Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles
Date	August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Dust Factory Auctions LLC
Location	Baraboo, Wisconsin

An Art Deco period enameled metal mesh purse, circa 1920s-1930s. The purse features a silver-toned frame with incised line decoration, a kiss-lock clasp, and a chain handle. The mesh body is decorated with a geometric pattern in green, black, and silver tones, finishing in a vandyke or dresden-style fringe. This piece is in the style of well-known American manufacturers of the era such as Whiting & Davis.<br><br>Art Deco 1920s 1930s Mesh Purse Dance Purse Flapper Enameled Whiting & Davis Mandalian German Silver Vandyke Fringe<br><br>Dust Factory Auctions offers antique and vintage items that proudly display the natural signs of their age and previous use. We strive to photograph all lots clearly to show the true nature of the items (as images are critical to the description), but please understand we may occasionally miss flaws. For this reason, all items are sold "as-is"; we provide no guarantee or warranties concerning their condition, authenticity, or age. We strongly encourage you to review all photos closely and do your own independent research, as your bid signifies acceptance of these terms.

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