Name/Title
ParasolEntry/Object ID
G87.226Description
Machine sewn brown gingham cover, probably a period replacement cover. Faux bamboo jointed maple stick with brass slider. 1” carved bone hook handle, ferrule missing. Black laquered soild square steel stretchers with stirrup joints, brass gits on 8 whalebone ribs. Overall length 30”; 14” ribs.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1850 - 1860Notes
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parasol, umbrella, machine sewn, gingham, carved bone, whalebone