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Pelerine
Object/Artifact
Entirely hand stitched sheer white cotton pelerine, like orgqandy, embroidered with white thread. Wide over shoulders. Round, bound neckline,. Edge finished with large buttonholed scallops. Cutwork hearts with net fillings, eyelets and fronds. 26” across, 12” over shoulder.
G91.117
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1835
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
Pelerine
Collar
Female
Woman
Lady
Hand stitched
Organdy
Scallops
cutwork hearts
eyelets
fronds
Pelerine
Collar
Female
Woman
Lady
Hand stitched
Organdy
Scallops
cutwork hearts
eyelets
fronds