Wool Needlework Pocketbook

Description:

Wool Needlework Pocketbook, America, 18th century, single pocketbook closed with a flap with a wavy edge, crewel embroidered wool yarns in shades of blue, rust, tan, and cream worked in a fish-scale pattern, two section interior with black-glazed wool lining, the edges bound with burnt orange wool-twill tape, (minor wear and losses),5 1/4 x 8 3/8 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500