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Kerchief
Object/Artifact
Fine semi-sheer cambric or mull, very soft; embroidered with white cotton so that it can be folded in half lengthwise with both layers right side out. A diamond shape cut on the bias, embroidered grape bunches in obtuse corners, smaller ones in the other, scalloped edges.
G2003.035
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1840 - 1870
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
Kerchief
foldover
embroidered mull
semi-sheer cambric
white cotton embroidery
diamond shape
embroidered grape bunches
scalloped edges