Pocketbook
DateCa. 1770-1775
OriginAmerica or England
MediumWool embroidery
DimensionsOH (open): 9 1/2"; OH (closed) 3 1/2"; OW: 8 1/8"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1950-260
DescriptionPocketbook. Rectangular panel embroidered in wool with flamestitch pattern in shades of red, tan, blue and green; folds in three parts with upper flap having scalloped edge. Binding and tie strings of olive green wool tape. Lining of olive green glazed wool in satin weave.Construction History:
1. Ca. 1770-1775: Initial Construction
2. June 6, 1956: Cleaning, checking, restoring by Ernest LoNano for the Margaret Hunter ShopMark(s)NoneProvenanceUnknown
Ca. 1770
1770-1800
1770-1800
1750-1800
Mid 18th century
1771 (dated)
1771 (dated)
1771
1770-1800
ca. 1770; altered 1870-1885.
1770s