Antique Victorian to Edwardian Austrian Nissel & Sikora Evening Purse, Tortoise Shell, Sterling Silver, Kiln-fired Enamel, 4" Diameter horn and a working lock and

and a working lock and key - one had to lock away the temptations from one's servants and small children

fueled by the souvenir hungry Grand Tour travelers

water or otherwise

The silversmith marks on the spoons are for Maison Deniere

Stunning and rare

Antique Victorian to Edwardian Austrian Nissel & Sikora Evening Purse, Tortoise Shell, Sterling Silver, Kiln-fired Enamel, 4" Diameter horn and a working lock andOne of my favorite treasures. I've had this gorgeous little evening purse for decades. It never fails to thrill me every time I see it. It's the 2nd Nissel & Sikora signature purses made similarly, and the last I have to sell. The bag dates c. 1880 1900. The maker's mark and rather signature floral basket and cobalt blue kiln fired enamel mark it as a true luxury of its time. The little bag is leather and silk, has that gorgeous front of finest cognac