Kerchief

Name/Title

Kerchief

Entry/Object ID

G2003.035

Description

Fine semi-sheer cambric or mull, very soft; embroidered with white cotton so that it can be folded in half lengthwise with both layers right side out. A diamond shape cut on the bias, embroidered grape bunches in obtuse corners, smaller ones in the other, scalloped edges.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1840 - 1870

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

Lexicon

Search Terms

Kerchief, foldover, embroidered mull, semi-sheer cambric, white cotton embroidery, diamond shape, embroidered grape bunches, scalloped edges