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Collections

Handkerchiefmid-19th century

Not on view
Square whitework embroidered linen handkerchief with allover floral and paisley design, scalloped border, and drawn-thread inner frame
White-on-white embroidered linen handkerchief with scalloped border, densely worked floral and foliate motifs in satin stitch, with curving ribbon-like bands and delicate openwork details throughout.
Title
Handkerchief
Place Made
Portugal, Madeira
Date Made
mid-19th century
Medium
Linen plain weave with drawn threadwork and cotton embroidery
Dimensions
11 × 10 7/8 in. (27.94 × 27.62 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Emmy Kugelman
Accession Number
M.81.118.2
Classification
Costumes
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles