Apron
Date1830-1850
OriginAsia, China (export)
MediumSilk satin with silk needlework.
DimensionsL: 30 1/2" x Width at waist: 9", Length of waist band: 26".
Credit LineAnonymous gift
Object number1971-1545
DescriptionApron of tan silk satin embroidered with brillant polychrome silk. There is an outside border of running flower sprays. In either corner, at the bottom, is a group of three flowers. The pockets (not made up) are outlined with a smaller scale of the border design. There is an attached waistband over a stiffening fabric, that is embroidered with the border design. There is also another fastening tie of satin which closes by a hook and eye (eye is missing).ProvenanceEx Coll. : Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen.
