{"product_id":"antique-whiting-davis-enamel-mesh-purse-floral-art-deco-flapper-bag","title":"Antique Whiting \u0026 Davis Enamel Mesh Purse Floral Art Deco Flapper Bag","description":"Beautiful antique Whiting \u0026amp; Davis metal mesh purse featuring a colorful painted enamel design in red\/orange, blue and green against silvertone metal mesh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an especially decorative example with an elaborate engraved and pierced metal frame featuring scrolling floral details, a kiss-lock closure, and an unusual open-link chain handle. The bottom of the purse has a lovely scalloped\/pointed mesh fringe design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interior retains its original Whiting \u0026amp; Davis Co. Bags \/ Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. metal tag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI would date this piece approximately to the 1920s–1930s, making it a wonderful original Jazz Age\/Art Deco-era accessory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Antique pre-owned condition with age-appropriate wear. There is visible loss\/wear to the painted enamel decoration throughout, along with patina, oxidation\/tarnish and surface wear to the metal. The mesh appears remarkably substantial for its age, but please carefully review all photographs for any small separations, missing links or other condition issues. Frame and chain also show age-related wear. No cleaning or polishing has been attempted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautiful collectible Whiting \u0026amp; Davis purse with wonderful age, patina and character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003e6”x4”\u003cbr\u003echain drop\/length:\u003cbr\u003e6”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem specifics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Whiting \u0026amp; Davis\u003cbr\u003eType: Evening Bag \/ Mesh Purse\u003cbr\u003eDepartment: Women\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Metal Mesh\u003cbr\u003eColor: Silver \/ Multicolor\u003cbr\u003ePattern: Painted Floral \/ Abstract\u003cbr\u003eClosure: Kiss Lock\u003cbr\u003eHandle\/Strap Material: Metal\u003cbr\u003eVintage: Yes\u003cbr\u003eOriginal\/Reproduction: Original\u003cbr\u003eEra: Circa 1920s–1930s\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Manufacture: United States","brand":"Whiting \u0026 Davis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48174612938903,"sku":"Estate","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/9187\/8295\/files\/23230879-b98b-4b3e-8cc1-de406a6bfead.jpg?v=1787868786","url":"https:\/\/www.blackdogvintagemi.com\/products\/antique-whiting-davis-enamel-mesh-purse-floral-art-deco-flapper-bag","provider":"Black Dog Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}