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HANDKERCHIEF

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

A white linen handkerchief with an inset of bobbin lace. Above the inset is the monogram MDP. Under and around the monogram and inset is embroidery in a bud and dot design. the edge is needle lace all around with alternating pyramids of open button hole stitch and woven. This handkerchief may have been used for Mrs. Post's wedding to Joseph Davies, because of the numerous repairs to the piece.

Object name:
HANDKERCHIEF
Made from:
Linen
Made in:
Unknown
Date made:
1935
Size:
33 × 33 cm (13 × 13 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.392
Class:
Linen/lace
Signature marks:
Printed label Dorcas Hardin/Washington, D.C. Top of the box the item was in.
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973