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DRESSER SCARF

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Rectangular, sheer white, linen dresser scarf with appliquéd border in a wave pattern. Two inches above the border is a cutwork line running parallel. Pairs of appliquéd leaves/scrolls running along side. At the center of the cutwork line, on each side, at the center two appliquéd squares - with one on top of the other (closer to the hem). Each corner has an appliquéd square surrounded by 4 leaves. At the center of the scarf is an embroidered crest and motto, spiritus gladius, in a banner.

Object name:
DRESSER SCARF
Made from:
linen --cotton
Made in:
Unknown
Date made:
1920-1935
Size:
L. 26 in., W. 20 in.

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2012.6.105.1-2
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Gift of Dina Merrill Hartley, 2012