A reticule, also known as a ridicule or indispensable, was a type of small handbag or purse, similar to a modern evening bag, used mainly from 1795 to 1820. The reticule became popular with the advent of Regency fashions in the late 18th century.
A reticule, also known as a ridicule or indispensable, was a type of small handbag or purse, similar to a modern evening bag, used mainly from 1795 to 1820. The reticule became popular with the advent of Regency fashions in the late 18th century.
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