Kerchief

Name/Title

Kerchief

Entry/Object ID

G90.198

Description

Kerchief of very sheer fine cotton, possibly linen, hand embroidered. Elongated diamond shape to permit folding lengthwise into 2 layers. Symmetrical spray at each center back edge; double-scalloped edges with leaves and small sprigs regularly spaced all along. 38” x 23”

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1840

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

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