Antique 1920s Art Deco Mandalian Painted Chain Mail Metal Enamel Coin Purse

Description: Antique 1920s Art Deco Mandalian Mfg Co. Painted Chain Mail Metal Enamel Coin Purse. Collector's Item ... what an amazing addition to your collection! Measurements are: 3.5" x 6.5" tall (there is an additional 6" chain strap drop) Condition: Good/Fair Antique, pre-owned condition - there are two areas, right near the bottom of both sides of the frame where the chain mail has pulled away. The owner of Mandalian Mfg. Co. was a Turkish man named Sahatiel Garabed Mandalian. Mandalian was a prolific inventor with many patented designs registered to him. He emigrated from Turkey to the United States of America in 1898. In 1906 Mandalian entered into partnership with Eugene A. Hawkins. At this time the firm was known as Mandalian & Hawkins. On November 7 1912 the partners applied to register patent no.1087941. This application referred to the design of a machine for making coat of mail fabric. The inventor was George Gos. All three men are listed as residing in North Attleboro in the county of Bristol, Massachusetts.The automation of the mesh making process ensured that products could be manufactured with much greater speed, and also at a reduced cost. Mandalian's Turkish origins can be seen expressed in many of the designs which grace the elegant bags and purses which his firm crafted. On May 24 1915, Mandalian filed a patent to register a new design of bag top and frame. The invention related to a bag top which can be folded. In 1915 Mandalian incorporated his business, which was now known as the Mandalian Mfg. Co. This firm was one of the major manufacturers of mesh purses. The patent documented above describes the process of attaching ornamental strips of metal to the part of the bag frame described as the jaws. These designs were stamped on to the metal. The signed Mandalian bag has maintained its vibrant colours well into the next century and the frame is splendidly ornate. Mandalian also invented machines which relate to the making of accessories from metal mesh. Mandalian enamel mesh purses are noted for the vibrancy of their colours even after one hundred years have elapsed since their manufacture. On Aug. 14, 1923 Sahatiel Mandalian's patent application for ornamental rope was granted. It is known that makers of this era had found difficulty in applying enamel decorations to the mesh and that they needed to find a solution which would provide a highly durable and beautiful finish. Mandalian's great attention to detail meant that not only did the mesh bags look beautiful they must also function in a manner which displayed their beauty at all times. His next patent was to guarantee the desired shape of the bag was maintained whether it was full or empty, being used or resting on a surface. On March 23 1926 he applied to patent a bag which was constructed in such a manner that it would hold its shape. Many collectors consider the enamelling on Mandalian bags as superior to other makes. Some collectors state that connecting ‘spiders’ are stronger & thicker than the other brands of this time which means they are more sound & less likely to break. In 1944 the Mandalian Manufacturing Co. was sold to Whiting & Davis. Sahatiel Mandalian died in 1949, aged 79 years.Referenced from “The Compact Shop” **Please review the photos to determine the condition of this item. ******************************************************************************** Check out my other auctions/items for sale & ebay store for more great, unique & vintage finds: Horn-Frippery Most every item I sell is retro, vintage, antique, pre-owned or an estate item. My intention is to always offer unique & quality vintage items. With each item comes a story, a history; it has been used, well-loved or left stored in an attic, closet or a drawer, waiting for the best opportunity to use it or wear it. With antique, vintage, pre-owned, pre-used & pre-loved items; you will see normal wear; sometimes resulting in fading, scratches, rubbing, discoloration, dents, snags, tears, etc. (ordinary use, aging & exposure over time). I try to describe my listed items as accurately as possible (through words & photos), including any condition issues or flaws. Please take the time to read the full description of the item. **Please look over the photos carefully, because they are a big part of the description. And, please message with questions or concerns before purchasing. Any props, mannequins, back drops, clothing, display items, etc. in the photos aside from the item described are not included with purchase. **Thank you for looking, and I thank you for your business!**

Price: 45 USD

Location: Richmond, Virginia

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