Collection Highlights
Settee
Date:
ca. 1800
Object Number:
INV.14952
Medium:
Maple, paint
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Pocketbook
Object Number:
INV.8052
Date:
1750-1800
Medium:
Linen, wool, paper
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/8 x 9 in. ( 13 x 22.9 cm )
Description:
Horizontal rectangular purse (pocketbook) in multicolored woolen needlepoint on linen ground, red lining inside, flap curves slightly with no closing device; inside has three compartments with accordioned sides; needlepoint in geometric pattern.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
