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Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts

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Reticule

Object/Artifact

Entirely hand stitched deep pink silk MID velvet, faded to rosy, tan on one side, more plum hue remains on the other. Stretched hexagon shape with self-casing containing black or deep maroon and faded rose silk cord drawstrings. Lined with off white PW glazed cotton. Attached to side openings are two heavy black and dark rose silk tassels on wooden “acorns”, not faded. 7” x 7”. Trimmed with 4 gilt brass acorns at each of 4 points of bottom.

G87.026

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Accessory

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

1830 - 1850

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