1950s Hand Beaded Faux Pearls Clutch Bag By Josef - Made In Japan

This is a vintage beaded clutch bag made in Japan by Josef, a maker well known for mid-20th-century costume accessories. 👜 Design & Materials •Fully beaded exterior made of small, uniform faux pearls (glass or plastic), arranged in a tight grid pattern •Soft rectangular clutch silhouette with a slightly curved top edge •The zipper or frame is subtle, keeping the focus on the beadwork. Zipper is fully functional •Origin: Hand beaded in Japan •Size: 6" inches Height 8" in length Many Josef accessories were produced in Japan between the late 1940s - early 1960s. Post-WWII Japan became a major center for high-quality hand-beaded handbags made for export to the U.S. and Europe. “Made in Japan” labels from this era are commonly found on well-crafted vintage accessories ✨ The Josef Brand Josef is best known for costume jewelry and accessories. The brand is appreciated today for: Elegant, feminine designs Quality beadwork Strong association with 1950s–early 1960s evening wear. This clutch bag is in good used condition. There is a stain on the interior. Please review all photos and zoom in. The pics are part of the description. There is an extra bead in the interior side pocket. There are 2 side pockets.