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Collar and Cuff

1860-1869 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Collar and cuffs of pleated muslin, with embroidered insertions (radiating on the collar) of dark blue cotton. They are decorated with wavy floral stems and a row of pointed leaves along the edge. They are trimmed with scalloped Midland Counties pillow lace of an interlaced design.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 3 parts.

  • Collar (Neckwear)
  • Cuff
  • Cuff
Materials and techniques
Pleated muslin, embroidered cotton, pillow lace
Brief description
Collar and cuffs, embroidered muslin, England, 1860s.
Physical description
Collar and cuffs of pleated muslin, with embroidered insertions (radiating on the collar) of dark blue cotton. They are decorated with wavy floral stems and a row of pointed leaves along the edge. They are trimmed with scalloped Midland Counties pillow lace of an interlaced design.
Credit line
Given by the family of Major and Mrs. W. Mackay Mackenzie
Associated objects
Collection
Accession number
T.220B to D-1915

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Record createdOctober 29, 2009
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