Handkerchief
Object/Artifact
1-7) Initialed in fine satin stitch “FCB” for Frances B Colony. 7 fine linen hankies with narrow hemstitched hem. In differing stages of wear, from soft and yellowed to crisp and white with guide lines for embroidery still evident. 12” x 12” 8) Fine linen with 1/2” hemstitched border, 2” drawn thread border inside. Marked in script, “F. B. Colony” 11.5” x 11.5”
G95.087.1-8
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1850 - 1900
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
handkerchief
kerchief
satin stitch
Frances B. Colony
hemstitched hem
embroider
linen
hemstitched
drawn thread border
F. B. Colony
Colony
handkerchief
kerchief
satin stitch
Frances B. Colony
hemstitched hem
embroider
linen
hemstitched
drawn thread border
F. B. Colony
Colony