A wide range of ladies purses typical of those worn in the past.
Just like today there are distinct differences between the styles of bags worn by women and those worn by men. Ladies purses tended to be soft drawstring bags worn on a long cord. In the 14th century they are generally square and they become rounder and more elaborate in the 15th and 16th centuries. In the 17th century it becomes common to have a purse on a short belt loop although drawstring purses are still common.
All my purses are made entirely by hand using leathers that are as close to the leather available to the period craftsmen as possible and are dyed using period dyes. All the designs are based on original sources, either surviving examples found in museums or from illustrations found in paintings and prints. I have included source pictures alongside my re-productions so you can see what they are inspired by.
If the purse you want has been sold then get in contact about ordering one.
Karl Robinson - Leatherworker
2 Noble Street
Wem
Shropshire SY4 5DZ
United Kingdom