Hand Embroidered Handkerchief with White Crocheted Edge

Identifier

2023.MCV.11.017

Title

Hand Embroidered Handkerchief with White Crocheted Edge

Creator

Unknown

Date

Unknown

Description

A linen handkerchief measuring approximately 11.5 inches square. The handkerchief has a small floral pattern embroidered in white thread in the bottom left corner, and has a crochet edge. The crochet is in an open lace pattern with picot edges. There is noticeable discoloration on the handkerchief in several spots.

Contributor

Maria C. Vallejo

Type

Handkerchief

Rights Holder

George A. Leinonen

Measurements

11.5" x 11.5"

Technique

Crochet; Embroidery

Condition

Fair; some noticable discoloration in multiple spots

Citation

Unknown, “Hand Embroidered Handkerchief with White Crocheted Edge,” Center for Knit and Crochet Digital Repository, accessed September 20, 2026, https://digital.centerforknitandcrochet.org/items/show/35447.

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