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Probably American
First half 19th century
Object Place: USA
Medium/Technique
Silk machine-made net with silk embroidery
Dimensions
84.5 x 216 cm (33 1/4 x 85 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Stewart C. Woodworth
Accession Number56.1149
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionRhomboid in shape, with rounded points. Ivory silk embroidered on ivory machine net. Ground powdered with rosettes and floral sprigs; border shows a row of rose sprays. Edges delicately scalloped. Good condition.