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LACE PARASOL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Inverted saucer shaped (unfurled) parasol. Black Chantilly machine-made lace cover with ruffled ends and black crepe silk lining, hand sewn to the lace. Wood veneer fit-up and tube. Brass ferrule attached with brass tack and brass open cap. Brass embossed tip cup. Eight black enameled ribs, stretchers, and tips. Wire top/bottom springs. White Parkesine tapered handle.

Object name:
LACE PARASOL
Made from:
lace -- silk -- brass -- wood -- Parkesine
Date made:
ca. 1900-1910
Size:
L. 76 cm., 76 cm. arc

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.11.2
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973