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Wallet

Collection Type

  • Clothing and Accessories

Date

1751-1799

GUSN

GUSN-13102

Description

Flamestitch-diamond pattern in soft blues, pinks, purple and yellow, outlined in brown; rounded flap, with pale pink, frayed silk tie; edged with green twill tape; two pockets; lined with deep pink silk; pockets have a button and sewing (silk) threads.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wallets
accessories
canvas
embroidering
Bargello work
handmade
wool (textile)
Case, Personal
Wallet
Wallet

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

3 3/4 x 6 5/8 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Estate of Mrs. Jane N. Grew

Accession Number

1920.453

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