Apron

Date1820-1850

MediumCotton tabby trimmed with wool crewel embroidery

DimensionsW: 31"; L: 26" ( 25" waistband with hooks and eyes.

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1960-920

DescriptionShort apron made of white tabby-woven cotton with five tucks and embroidered simple floral border at hemline; gathered at waist to band embroidered with design similar to border; embroidery in faded blue, rose, and green crewel wool.ProvenancePurchased from a Rhode Island vendor.