Explore the CollectionHandkerchief

Measurements
29cm x 20cm
Place of Origin
China
Historical Period/Date
20th Century (1970-1999 Late)
Registration Number
2008-029
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Back Stitch,Buttonhole Stitch,Satin Stitch,Seed Stitch,
Objects
Costume Accessories - Women,Handkerchiefs,

Physical Description

Chinese silk embroidered satin handkerchief. Floral design is circular with a square framework and is based on butterflies and flowers. Heavily embroidered in silk in pale shades of white, pink, blue, green and grey. Stitches used are satin stitch, seeding, back stitch and tiny examples of needlelace. The whole handkerchief is edged with fine scalloped edge in buttonhole stitch.

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