Antique Victorian to Edwardian Austrian Nissel & Sikora Evening Purse, Tortoise Shell, Sterling Silver, Kiln-fired Enamel, 4" Diameter horn Remarkably fine - this

Remarkably fine - this

as you can see in our photos

The silversmith marks on the spoons are for Maison Deniere

We surely must have the very best collection of antique sewing sets in the world

Interior is also in quite good condition for an old necessaire

Antique Victorian to Edwardian Austrian Nissel & Sikora Evening Purse, Tortoise Shell, Sterling Silver, Kiln-fired Enamel, 4" Diameter horn Remarkably fine - thisOne 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