Object Number 1956.0051.006

Object Name

Purse (Reticule)

Category

Textiles (Needlework)

Credit Line/Donor

Museum purchase

Place of Origin

United States, North America

Date

1775-1800

Mark or Signature or Inscription or Label

1. Label; Pinned on label - interior; "56.51.6" (ink)

Materials

Canvas; Iron; Wool; Silk; Metal; Beads; Brass

Techniques

Embroidered, Bead work

Construction Description

Hand-embroidered

Dimensions (inches)

6.5 (L) , 5.375 (W)

Dimensions (centimeters)

16.51 (L) , 13.653 (W)

Measurement Notes

Width measured at widest point, at opening

Object Description

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