Antique Rococo Silk Wallet, ca. 1797 #walking-dress the silk ribbon is coming

the silk ribbon is coming loose in a few places

and many women golfers of the time showed remarkable skill and enthusiasm for the sport

creating the fluid

as suggested by the slight color “bleeding” in a few red and green areas

antique outerwear

Antique Rococo Silk Wallet, ca. 1797 #walking-dress the silk ribbon is comingThis delicate small Rococo wallet, dating to around 1797, is crafted from elegant blue silk and represents a rare surviving example of late 18thcentury personal accessories. The wallet was likely fastened with a pink silk ribbon wrapped around the bodytoday only small remnants of the original ribbon remain, offering a glimpse into its former decorative charm. The edges are bordered with yellow fabric, creating a striking contrast with the blue silk. A