Enameled metal mesh and celluloid handbag. Late 1940s. Alumesh Whiting and Davis bags. Made in USA.

Late 40s retro handbag. Alumesh / Celluloid.
Alumesh Whiting and Davis bags label. Made in USA.
Celluloid frame and closure. The closure is purse style.
The 2 button closing mechanism works well.
The celluloid strap or handle is chain link style.
The outer body of the bag is formed of small round enameled metal tiles in off-white, giving fluidity and movement to the bag.
The interior is made of navy blue grosgrain style fabric with 2 pockets.

"The company was founded when Charles W. Whiting went to work for a chain manufacturing company owned by Edward P. Davis. By 1907, Whiting was a partner in the company and the company was manufacturing silver, gold and metal mesh bags. In 1912, a process for machine-made mesh was developed and Whiting and Davis purchased the patent."

The bag is in very good condition apart from a small manufacturing error. One of the holes connecting the body of the bag to the frame is not punched without taking anything away from the strength of the bag (see photos).

Bag height: 24 cm or 9 1/2 inches.
Bag width: 28 cm or 11 inches.
Handle drop: 15.5 cm or 6 inches.
Handle length: 39 cm or 15 1/2 inches.

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