purse dolls
Handbags have been essential to daily life ever since people have had something precious to carry around with them. These repurposed purses are an unexpected fashion statement or distinct display of art. Doll legs are matched to a vintage, second-hand purse creating a whimsical combination of art and functionality.
mixed media, 2006
Butterfly Wallet, plastic doll legs, 4"x4"x4"
Bunny Silver-coloured, vintage purse, bunny legs, 6"x7"x5"
Cosmopolitian upbringing, Sweet alyssum Vintage catch purse, plastic doll legs, 7"x5"
Chinese purse, doll legs, 3"x3"
Baby Vintage evening clutch purse, baby doll legs, 5"x7.5"x5"
Bear Vintage satin purse, stuffed bear legs, 6"x7"x7"
Barbie clutch Metallic purse, barbie doll legs, 8"x8"x3.5"
Late bloomer Vintage catch purse, porcelain doll legs, 7"x3"x4"
Sweet sophie White beaded purse, porcelain doll legs, 8"x8"x3.5"
Gold baby Gold leather clutch with chain, baby doll legs, 5"x7.5"x5"
Press Now Magazine, July 2007
