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Shawl
Object/Artifact
Pusher lace, black triangular stole. Fiber is crinkly, probably wool. Hand run mohair cordonnet. Applied mohair picots. Radial sprays of flowers, wisteria-like strands along upper edge. Lyre-shaped medallion in point; leaves and roses in border. 76” x 76” x 124
G90.224
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1855
shawl
lace
triangular
pusher lace
wool
mohair
applied picots