Name/Title
Doll Reticule & PurseEntry/Object ID
G96.123.1-2Description
"1) Reticule: Entirely hand stitched white cotton. U shape with ruched strip connectin g front and back. Embroidered in stem, outline and satin stitches, white cotton. Initials E.M. and 1812 on one side; little grape sprig bouquet on reverse. Drawstring. 3” long.
2) Pocketbook: Entirely hand stitched. Cardboard base covered with cotton or linen, and then white silk. Red thread edging with skimpy fringe; scalloped flap with pink silk ribbon tie. Tarlatan ‘page’ edged with same finish; 2 tiny red felt hearts with embroidered “S,” and cream wool flannel leaf. 1 1/4” x 2” folded."Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1812Notes
User Age: N/A
Gender: DollLexicon
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Doll accesories, Reticule, Purse, Pocketbook, Doll, Doll accessories