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1950-257, Pocketbook
Pocketbook
1950-257, Pocketbook

Pocketbook

DateMid-18th century
OriginAmerica
MediumWool needlework on wool and cotton; silk lining
DimensionsOH: 4 1/4"; OW: 6 3/8"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1950-257
DescriptionWool embroidery envelope shaped pockketbook, cream, embroidered simple flower spray and buds in reds, blues, purples, and green . Buds raised, probably padded-satin stich and outlined in stem stitch. Pink wool tape binding and tie-strings. Light brown silk lining.

Construction History:

1. Mid-18th Century: Initial Construction
2. March 15, 1954: Cleaning, repairing, restoring by Ernest LoNano
MarkingsNone
ProvenanceUnknown
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