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Shawl

Object/Artifact

Triangular shawl of creamy white wiry fiber- mohair? Pusher lace with handrun liner and hand sewn (?) picot edging. Dense floral swag in the center, medallion border. 108” long side and 55” CB, 78” short side. Crisp, clean hand and appearance.

G89.264

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1850 - 1870

shawl

triangular

mohair

pusher lace

floral swag

medallion border

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