Carvalhu Brazil Brutalist Brass and Amethyst Purse
Updated August 30, 2026
This auction ended on September 6, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0377 |
| Estimate | $100 - $150 |
| Opening bid | $30 |
| Auction | Summertime ~ Fine Estate Auction |
| Date | September 6, 2026 at 11:30 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Rum Runners Antiques |
| Location | Nokomis, Florida |
Freeform brass sculpture featuring raw quartz and amethyst, forming the top of the purse. Original label says: Carvalhu's / Made in Brazil. This artistic closure is on a leather purse by Leo Martel,
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