$185
O. E.L. Graves Lucite Mixed-media Handbag, America, mid-20th century, rose pink Lucite body with bubbled texture set with ropes of dark red and bright red gemstones, signed "o.e.l. graves/Palm Springs" on the base, the hinged opening with inscription "Created by/o.e.l. graves/Palm Springs/For/Ethel Eaton," ht. 9 1/2, wd. 9 1/4 in. Note: Ethel Eaton, wife of Melvin Eaton, was a socialite in Palm Springs where she befriended artist O.E.L. Graves. Estimate $300-500 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-11-25
