Burgundy Silk Brocade Gaming Purse with Gold

Rococo · 1750s-1760s · French

This gaming purse features a distinctive crown-like construction with multiple triangular compartments arranged in a circular pattern. The burgundy silk brocade displays intricate gold metallic thread work in repeating floral and geometric motifs. The purse opens via drawstring closure, with each pointed section designed to hold gaming counters or coins separately. The rich brocade fabric shows typical Rococo period luxury textile production, with dense metallic supplementary weft creating raised surface patterns. Small tasseled cords extend from the base for carrying. This specialized gaming accessory reflects 18th-century French aristocratic leisure culture, where elaborate card games and gambling required purpose-built accessories.