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Kerchief
Object/Artifact
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Genesee Country Village & Museum
Name/Title
Kerchief
Entry/Object ID
G2006.141
Description
Fine linen lawn handkerchief with border of drawn threads, inside that a row of finely embroidered rosebuds, white satin stitch. Edged with Bucks lace. Total size, 24” square.
Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Made/Created
Date made
1840 - 1855
Notes
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
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