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Apron

Object/Artifact

Dark brown or black silk crepe embroidered in multicolored silk satin stitch with floral vine border and large bouquet filling the center field. Unlined. Rectangular. Pocket at each side with self-frilled placket and loop with small mother of pearl button closure. Straight waistband, embroidered; hem 3 sides piped. 3 large brass hooks and eyes. Came from China— dealer’s great grandmother.

G89.202

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1825 - 1850

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

apron

woman

female

silk crepe

silk

crepe

embroidered

embroidery

satin stitched

floral vine

bouquet

mother of pearl button

pearl

China

brass hooks and eyes

hooks and eyes

brass

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