Pocketbook
Date1750-1800
OriginEngland
DimensionsH: 3 7/8"; W: 7 1/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1954-733
DescriptionEnvelope shaped pocketbook of white wool in twill weave, printed with peony-like flowers in green, rust, and mustard yellow. Olive-green tape binding and tie strings. White wool lining.ProvenanceThis type of textile was called "culgeed flannel". Process described by Mildred Lanier as "discharge printed with green ground, and block printed in red and gold, in a process called.... culgeed.
1771
1790-1810
Ca. 1770-1775
1770-1800
Ca. 1770
1740-1760, with later repairs
Ca. 1770
1770-1800
19th century
Mid-18th century
1770-1800
Mid 18th century