Kerchief or bandanna, red tie dyed silk 36” square kerchief. Soft silk pongee dyed a strong red with tie-dyed design of small squarish Os massed in widely spaced blocks placed diagonally across the handkerchief; separated by single Os. Alternate blocks are dyed yellow. Hand stitched hem. Indian import most likely.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Category
Accessory
Historic Costume
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
Kerchief
Clothing Sex
Unisex
Textile Details
Fabric
Silk
Color
Red
Made/Created
Date made
1770 - 1830
Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: Neutral
Lexicon
Search Terms
Kerchief, Bandanna, red tie-dyed silk, silk pongee, tie-dyed design, hand-stitched hem, Indian import