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Embroidered Reticule

Martha Kittredge, New England

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale yellow fabric bag with a flat top and rounded bottom. The bag features a floral embroidered design in the center. There is a crocheted border around the edges. Five tassels are attached to the bottom and sides of the bag. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1811
Medium
White cotton thread embroidered on white cotton fabric
Culture
American
Dimensions
598 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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