Online Collections Database

Reticule

Object/Artifact

Reticule made of white cotton, pendant shape with white embroidered designs. Tassels on bottom at the join of each panel and a triple one at the very base. Casings and drawstrings close the bag. Stitched in center of ‘wreath’: Elizabeth Merry Litchfield.” Not clear whether “Litchfield” is the surname or the town.

G2000.078.2

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Accessory

Historic Costume

1810 - 1825

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

Reticule

Purse

White

Litchfield

Cotton

Litchfield, Elizabeth Merry

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