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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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