2 Large whimsical wicker purses decorated

2 Large whimsical wicker purses decorated with 3 dimensional objects. DATE: Late 1950s into 60s.

a. Black wicker covered with vegetables, bright orange carrots and white asparagus in a velvety fabric. Purse closes with an elastic loop that slips over a wood button. Lining is black. 12” wide at the bottom, 7” high and 5-1/2” deep at the bottom edge with a rigid 7-1/2” handle.

b. White wicker sea life diorama includes an orange raffia lobster and a crab with gold bands and pearl eyes; there are sea shells, water plants and netting . Gold painted woven trim. Purse opens from the center and closes with a rope loop that slips over a white wood button. White lining with “Made in Japan” label. 9” x 7-1/2 x 5-1/2” with 2 flexible handles 5-1/2.”