Pocketbook
DateCa. 1770
OriginAmerica or England
MediumWool embroidery ( yellow, red, olive, blue ), linen canvas, wool/ worsted lining
DimensionsH. 3 7/8"; W. 7"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1950-253
DescriptionEnvelope pocketbook with Irish stitch embroidery in shades of yellow, red, olive, blue; olive wool tape binding and tie string; magenta glazed wool lining.Construction History:
1. ca. 1770: Initial Construction
2. June 2, 1954: Cleaning, repairing, restoring by Ernest LoNano for the Margaret Hunter Shop
1770-1800
Ca. 1770
Mid 18th century
Ca. 1770-1775
1770-1800
1771
1771 (dated)
1771 (dated)
1770-1800
ca. 1770
Ca. 1770
ca. 1770; remade second half of 19th