Domestic embroidery and beadwork was less sophisticated than that produced by workshops, although by the standards of today beautifully accomplished. <i>The Lady's Magazine</i> included patterns for pockets and purses from the 1770s, which could be attached to ready-made, top-closing metal frames, many of pinchbeck, an imitation gold, or other metals. One side of this purse has a figure in classical dress seated on a couch with a globe and dividers, the other has a figure holding a parrot.Embroidered frame purse with two flat shield-shaped sides. One side has a figure in classical dress seated on a couch with a globe and dividers, the other has a figure holding a parrot. The purse has a metal mount