Embroidered Lace Handkerchief with Diamonds and Vines

Identifier

2023.MCV.11.006

Title

Embroidered Lace Handkerchief with Diamonds and Vines

Creator

"Christensen"

Date

Unknown

Description

A linen handkerchief measuring approximately 11 inches square. The handkerchief features embroidered lace in a diamond and floral motif. The name “Christensen” is written in the upper right-hand corner in marker, possibly the name of the creator, or the name of the recipient.

Contributor

Maria C. Vallejo

Type

Handkerchief

Rights Holder

George A. Leinonen

Measurements

11" x 11"

Technique

Embroidery

Condition

Good; intentional writing on the piece with a marker of some kind

Citation

"Christensen", “Embroidered Lace Handkerchief with Diamonds and Vines,” Center for Knit and Crochet Digital Repository, accessed June 15, 2026, https://digital.centerforknitandcrochet.org/items/show/35427.

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