On View
Not on viewHandkerchief
DateEarly 1800s (?)
Terms
- Handkerchiefs
- Cotton
- Linen
Dimensions40.61 × 40.61 cm (16 × 16 in.)
Credit LineGift of Mary E. Tarbell (1947)
Object numberPER2131.0001
DescriptionA square handkerchief made of semi-sheer white India mull embellished with embroidered whitework and drawn work at the edges. The embroidery features a floral motif with accents of drawn work in a checked pattern. The border of the handkerchief features drawnwork alternating with fan shaped embroidery and a scalloped edge. square, embroidered scalloped border plus embroidered design inside border.
Collections
- Historic Clothing
Object number: PER125D
