THE PURSE MUSEUM

'Queen Elizabeth' mixed media  contemporary purse by

Irene Reed

... from the private collection of artist and gallery owner:  Vicki Schwager

some of my favorites are early 20th century bags and purses with oriental and Egyptian revival themes. I also love the textiles and beading in Austrian and French purses of the same period. I hope you enjoy the many collections. Each piece is a new discovery.  Enjoy!  

my newest find: a collection of rare antique and vintage seed beads, a much needed resource for restoring antique purses!  (available on Etsy through the French Steel Bead Shop)