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Shawl (Hooded shawl)
1780-1850
Description
This hooded shawl that is Quaker made and constructed from two colors of plain, drab woven silk: the exterior is tan and the lining is cream. The shawl has a rectangular body and gathers at the top of a hood with a drawstring. A group of three pink, metallic threads are woven diagonally into the fabric on the lower left of the hood.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Pennsylvania; United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1964.0164
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Mrs. Grace Erb
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Object Number
1964.0164
Object Name
Shawl (Hooded shawl)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Place of Origin
Pennsylvania; United States; North America
Date
1780-1850
Materials
- Silk
Dimensions (inches)
41.5 (W) x 33 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
105.5 (W) x 83 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measured as would be worn or displayed. Length is top of hood to bottom of hem.