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Handkerchief

Indian (used in America)
early 19th century
Place of Manufacture: probably India; Place of Use: United States, New England

Medium/Technique Printed cotton plain weave (block printed)
Dimensions Overall: 47 x 65.4 cm (18 1/2 x 25 3/4 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Miss Ellen A. Stone
Accession Number98.1819
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ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionBrown ground with large light yellow flower blossoms outlined in dark brown throughout center, light yellow and dark brown border of blossom and bead motifs
ProvenanceMiss Ellen A. Stone; Gift to the MFA, December, 1898