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Pratt also invented a similar machine for making flat mesh in 1913.

It consisted of a series of cruciform links called spiders that were joined by metal rings.

The earliest mesh purses were made in Europe around 1800, but it was just before 1900 when metal mesh purses started to become popular in the US.

Purse collectors can find both perfumes and compacts that encompass a handbag motif to add to their displays, as it's the variety of our collections that keep us on the hunt! Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the Antiques Off Broadway.

, respected maker of ultra fine enameled mesh handbags, very desirable, dynamic depiction of dual butterflies with electrifying pattern, vintage artwork at it's best with glowing radiant color palette, tones of soft cobalt blue, deep wine burgundy, green and black on ivory, silver toned frame with Art Nouveau detail and step down Art Deco design, all fringe intact, wee if any enamel wear, near pristine, just wonderful, interior signed and unlined, a fabulous mesh bag for your collection, they don't come nicer, click photo for more about this dynamite purse.

The purse has an elongated anchor chain.

Other materials are genuine snake leather, Italian and satin.

This company specializes in handbags.

Item 0- 421 B This item is sold, sorry no longer available Simply spectacular 1920's enameled mesh purse by the Mandalian CO.