Handbag
Artifact IDMO 63.1278c
Object Type
Purse
Date
1950-1961
Date Worn5/16/61
Designer
Christian Dior
(Designer, French, 1905-1957)
Medium
Straw
DimensionsOverall H 8 in x W 10 1/2 in (20.3 cm x 26.7 cm)
Physical DescriptionBone colored vinyl handbag with an overlay of netted cloth. The purse has a vinyl hand strap and a flap front closure.
Historical NoteThis handbag was an accessory to the suit worn by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy to visit the Roayal Canadian Mounted Police in Ottawa, Canada on May 16, 1961.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteItem is from the personal collection of President and Mrs. Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.In Collection(s)
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