Man's Bag, first quarter of the 19th century, 16 1/2 x 6 3/16in. ( x ) (overall), Leather, silk, metal; embroidered, Morocco, 19th century, Professional male embroiderers living in northern Morocco's Riff Mountains produced leather objects that were used throughout the country. The elaborate embroidery done on leather for men's accessories such as this bag has a long tradition in the country and has been much appreciated by foreign visitors. Delacroix and other European artists working in northern Morocco during the 19th century often included depictions of embroidered leather

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