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TOWEL

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

In the center is a strip of white lace and the ends have lace in white and red. There are two strips embroidered in red and blue, the central band of each with formal motifs between two bands with stylized floral motifs. Probably from a bread and salt set.

Object name:
TOWEL
Made from:
Linen -- embroidery -- lace
Made in:
Russia
Date made:
1900
Size:
64.8 x 34.3 cm (25 1/2 x 13 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
43.17
Class:
NEEDLEWORK
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973