Handkerchief

Accessories

Inventory number
2019.4.18.7.AC.SC.C1850.IT
Description
Black handkerchief, in machine embroidery lace on a machine grid, usually used during mourning period.

Comes from the wardrobe of the rich, but not noble family DE CARLI. They had a couture fashion workshop in Milan, and holiday house at Lido (Venice), villa Yolanda, in the style of Russian chalet.
Material
Machine lace
Origin
circa 1850 Italy
Dimensions
Length : 49 cm
Height : 49 cm
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