I don't think it's a student's work either. Just very hard to photograph. Is that a leaf motif at the bottom? Debora
[ATTACH] This does appear to be a mark. @Lis, what do you think the correct orientation would be? Debora
[IMG]
The design of post card backs has changed over time. They provide lots of clues as to dating. Debora
A lot of the retro cards look like 1980s reprints. The backs are important for determining if that's the case. Debora
Ah, that would have been helpful information to have in your initial post. Debora
A "fallen fruit rake" according to this: https://www.amazon.com/Fallen-Fruits-GT174-RAKE-Silver/dp/B07XL43RTN Debora
The answer may well lie within here: [ATTACH] Debora
You don't give material or size but... A Google Images search identifies it as a mid-century enamel trinket bowl by Steinböck of Austria. Debora
Thank you for joining us here, Claire. You'll find lots of knowledgable people. Debora
Sweet brooch indeed. Do the choice of gemstones have significance in your family? Debora
The "H" does lead one to think a hotel. And interesting that it might be local. Wonderful Art Deco design. Just three simple elements --...
Just imagine the homes that's sat in. Debora
I see some shattering. Does the lining feel like silk? Envelope clutches were popular in the 1950s/1960s but could be earlier. Not sure when...
It's an envelope clutch. No reason to think it's not genuine and monogram isn't set in gold. It should be silk. What does the interior look...
As always, it would be helpful to see a photograph of the back including frame. Debora
This looks like the inspiration for your image or vice versa. I'd think a gift to racegoers, perhaps on opening night or opening season. I'd...
Opened in 1941 so that's your earliest date. Debora
"Best Wishes" implies a gift. Debora
I wonder if that's not a local Adriatic scene. Debora [ATTACH]
Separate names with a comma.
