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DateEarly 1900s
Terms
- Mitts
- Silk Fiber
Dimensions7.62 × 21.59 cm (3 × 8 1/2 in.)
Overall2: 7.62 × 21.59 cm (3 × 8 1/2 in.)
Overall2: 7.62 × 21.59 cm (3 × 8 1/2 in.)
MarkingsLabel on file: "Articles worn by Mary & Eirene Wheeler when little girls--Belt and capes made by Mother M.W. 2 prs. mitts 5 prs. gloves." Label on file: "Mits and gloves worn by Mary and Eirene Wheeler when little girls--Eirene Wheeler Anderson." Label on file: "Gloves and Mitts worn by Aunt Mary & Aunt Eirene 1890s."
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Leslie O. Anderson
Object numberCOS86.11
DescriptionA pair of mitts made of ecru colored crochet net. The mitts features elastic bands at the cuffs and decorative weaving at the forearm in the form of a diagonally striped pattern.
Collections
- Historic Clothing
