CIRCA 1800's, FINE EARLY LAWN HANDKERCHIEF W/WHITEWORK EMBROIDERY

 






CIRCA 1800's, FINE EARLY LAWN HANDKERCHIEF W/WHITEWORK EMBROIDERY. Circa 1820, The lawn has that fine gossamer and diaphanous quality which is always wonderful on the early handkerchiefs. A elegant and fine whitework embroidered garland of florals and leaves all around the edges.Measuring approx. 21". There is hand made bobbin lace surrounding this lovely handkerchief. In very good condition. The lace has it's original museum deaccession number and seems rarely used. This item was laundered and is in very good condition.

Item # AL870
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