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Pocket (Double pocket)
M. M.
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Creator/Artist/Maker
M. M.
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Wool
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1965.2410.001
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1965.2410.001
Object Name
Pocket (Double pocket)
Category
Textiles (Clothing)
Creator (Role)
M. M.
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Front of pocket, near top
Inscription: "M M" (blue silk thread)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Wool
- Silk
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Embroidered
- Crewelwork
Construction Description
Hand-stitched, hand-sewn
Dimensions (inches)
12.37 (W) x 18.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
31.43 (W) x 46.99 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurement is of one.
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Swan, Susan Burrows. 1977 Plain & Fancy: American Women and Their Needlework, 1700-1850.
• Published: p. 112,113, fig. 56Book: Swan, Susan Burrows. 1995 Plain and Fancy: American Women and their Needlework, 1650-1850.
• Published: p. 120, fig. 60Article: Van de Krol, Yolanda. 03//1996 Ladies' Pockets. Antiques. March: 438-445.