Handkerchief
19th century (made)
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Handkerchief of pineapple fibre, with white cotton embroidery and drawn work. The middle is plain except for the initials 'J.Y. de M'. There is an inner border of rose stems tied by ribbons. The space beyond is closely covered with small dots, and along the scalloped edge is a repeating leaf and plant pattern.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Cotton embroidered pineapple fibre handkerchief with drawn work |
| Brief description | Cotton embroidered pineapple fibre handkerchief with drawn work, made in Manila, Philippines, 19th century |
| Physical description | Handkerchief of pineapple fibre, with white cotton embroidery and drawn work. The middle is plain except for the initials 'J.Y. de M'. There is an inner border of rose stems tied by ribbons. The space beyond is closely covered with small dots, and along the scalloped edge is a repeating leaf and plant pattern. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mrs C.J. Rowe |
| Object history | Acquired in Gibraltar. |
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| Accession number | T.525-1919 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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