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Woman's shawl

European, worn in America
early 19th century
Object Place: Lexington, Massachusetts, United States; Place of Manufacture: England or Continental Europe

Medium/Technique Silk gauze with plain weave stripe, white bands self-patterned in twill order, printed
Dimensions 104.8 x 92.1 cm (41 1/4 x 36 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Miss Ellen A. Stone
Accession Number99.664.42
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionPink silk gauze shawl, ivory woven border design, printed black design, fringe ends.
ProvenanceWorn by donor's great-aunt Caira Robbins (1794-1881); Inherited by Ellen A. Stone; Gift to MFA, 1899