shawl

Date1806

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Scarves
Muslin

Dimensions62.23 × 292.1 cm (24 1/2 × 115 in.)

MarkingsLabel on file: "Given by Miss Sarah Richardson in 1915 belonged to Sophia Dakin (1806) (mate to this in showcase upstairs)."

Credit LineGift of Sarah A. Richardson (1915)

Object numberT1114

DescriptionWhite or ivory muslin scarf with long white macrame fringe. The scarf features elaborate Suzani chainette embroidery in white thread toward the ends and around the borders. These embroidered designs are geometric, featuring looped arches and swirling patterns.

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