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Reticule
Object/Artifact
Rectangular reticule, hand stitched with corded flange around bottom and sides, thin cotton. Simple arching floral spray in center, smaller ones in each corner (reverse) and large spray (front), flowering vine borders, embroidered in red, coral, maize, mustard, green and lt green wool.They look like carnations and/or single roses. Outline stitch, chain and split stitch, satin stitch. Wool is loosely Z-twisted and unevenly dyed;
G2002.136
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1780 - 1800
reticule
hand stiched
floral spray
embroidery
wool
cotton
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