Half Apron (6)

Textile

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Tarble Art Center

Name/Title

Half Apron (6)

Entry/Object ID

1976.25.6

Description

5 half aprons and 1 full apron. Black and white "gingham" checkerboard pattern (1/8" x 1/8")- white stitching "X" pattern on top band- one sewn front pocket- and 6-1/2" band 2" from bottom of apron. The checkerboard pattern of "Gingham" have been a challenge women needing aprons but were a fad in Arizona circa 1959-1970. These are examples of endeavors to beautify the "necessary" by cross-hatching. See original attached note for additional information.

Collection

Illinois Folk Arts Collection

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Robert G. Buzzard

Made/Created

Artist

Buzzard, Irene C.

Date made

circa 1955 - 1977

Location

Vault

Permanent Collection Storage

Building

Tarble Arts Center

Institution

Eastern Illinois University

Created By

jonathan@catalogit.app

Create Date

March 27, 2025