Vintage Chimayo Wool Woven Purse With a Silver Closure

A fine Native American woven purse.

From Chimayo (a region inhabited by Pueblo Indians since about 1200 CE).

Dating from the 1940s – 1950s.

Principally in gray wool with red, white and black highlights.

Lined with a silk lining and a steel zipper.

Simply a wonderful Chimayo purse!

Date:
Mid-20th Century

Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.

Condition Details:
There is bleeding from the red dyes that have colored some elements pink. The zipper has had a 2″ section of the stitching to the inner pocket that has opened up to the back. The zipper and button are still fully functional. There are a few small ‘rust’ spots of staining to the weave. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.

Marks:
With a stitched tag to the interior that reads: Chimayo Purse / Hand Woven / Hand Tailored

Measurements:
Height: ca. 5 1/2 in.
Width: ca. 9 1/4 in.
Depth: ca. 7/8 in.

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