Ottoman Empire Silver thread purse w/ turquoise steamer Limited production estimated at 2-5

Limited production estimated at 2-5 exemplars in faience w/ monochromatic glaze

7” wide x 5” tall x 4” deep

Daillion and Lachenal formed a collaborative relationship to reproduce the work in ceramic in very low numbers

With applied gilt prunts

so likely mounted to a hard stone disk originally

Ottoman Empire Silver thread purse w/ turquoise steamer Limited production estimated at 2-5An exquisitely made Ottoman Empire money purse embroidered with silver bullion thread and set with Persian turquoise beads. One side features a Tughra (likely Abdul Hamid II) while the other side has a crescent moon and stag motif. Interior is light blue silk to match the turquoise. No damage, light patina to exposed silver areas, otherwise excellent. Measures 11 long x 5 wide x 5 wide.