Handkerchief

third quarter 19th century

Not on view

The extremely detailed subject matter of this handkerchief suggests that it was possibly worked for a special, commemorative occasion. The dense embroidery is combined with other decorative techniques to create an elaborate, customized piece.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Handkerchief
Date: third quarter 19th century
Culture: Swiss
Medium: cotton
Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. Carll H. de Silver, 1909
Object Number: 2009.300.2667
Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute

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