Reticule

Name/Title

Reticule

Entry/Object ID

G96.100

Description

"Tan and purple ombre striped brocaded silk top attached to trapezoidal ‘saddle-tan’ leather side pieces, molded fan/shell/pineapple design with stamped gilt border around the edges. Top edge originally finished with casing for drawstrings, now covered with early cream and white silk ribbon extending into loop and bow for carrying. Lined with PW cotton, inked inscription/C 36[?]/--Leather base, 6.5” wide x 4.25” high. Overall, 9.25”"

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Accessory, Adult, Female
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Date made

1800 - 1825

Dimensions

Height

4-1/4 in

Width

6-1/2 in

Length

9-1/4 in

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Mary Miller Hedges