Vintage Victorian Edwardian Brown Handmade Irish Crochet Lace Drawstring Purse

VINTAGE VICTORIAN EDWARDIAN HANDMADE CROCHET BOHO CHIC MACRAME RESORT WEAR TRAVEL TOTE NET BAG Caramel colored brown knit drawstring purse of handmade Irish crochet. It has crochet'd 3D florets and pom poms all around the base and are also featured on one side of the bag from the floral centerpiece much like a decorative tassel. This bag is in excellent condition with no signs of wear, tear, loose threads, or staining. There is no lining to this bag. The measurements and dimensions of the bag and strap/handle are shown in the photos as well as the dual function the drawstring cord closure offers. Worn as a single cord it can comfortably be styled over the shoulder as a satchel and then easily converted to a handbag clutch when the drawstring cord is doubled up. Circa 1900 Victorian 20th century Edwardian Hand Crocheted Reticule Purse. A reticule bag was similar to the modern evening bag, often had a drawstring closure with a net design, that became popular in the turn of the century as a way to carry personal belongings and carried over the arm on a cord or chain.