Antique 18th Century Silk Velvet and Hand Embroidered Purse, Bag, Satchel aquarelle The set is complete

The set is complete

and it retains its original framing and sealed paper backing to prevent dust and bugs inside

No bends and no loss

Fabulous cabinet display

Melt value is $5700 as of Dec

Antique 18th Century Silk Velvet and Hand Embroidered Purse, Bag, Satchel aquarelle The set is completeMy source in France is certain the bag is c. 1700s. Several experts I've consulted also thought it consistent with the materials, stitchery manner and metal thread trim and handle of 18th century, and out only question is of the simple rectangular form, and whether it was made later from earlier remnants of vestments, perhaps. I can see it is entirely hand stitched, the old silk velvet has great age to it and a bit of slight deterioration. I can tell