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Reticule
Object/Artifact
"Hand stitched white cotton drawstring bag or reticule. Padded, bullion, stem, herringbone embroidery stitches, and French knots in white cotton. 7 tassels at pointed bottom. Frill at top. Drawstring of twisted cotton. Vine borders, circular border; initials “CU” 7” x 10”” (minus tassels)"
G89.184
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1815
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
White
Reticule
Purse
Bag
Tassel
10 in
Width: 6.9999999996 in