Created by
Unidentified
Owned by
Tubman, Harriet, American, 1822 - 1913
Date
1870s - early 20th century
Medium
probably linen, possibly cotton
Dimensions
H x W: 12 1/2 x 12 1/2 in. (31.8 x 31.8 cm)
Description
A square handkerchief made of machine-woven off-white linen or cotton with machine-made lacework borders. The central square of the handkerchief is plain except for a lacework floral spring in one corner. The border consists of four panels of bobbin lace in a floral motif with a scalloped edge. The panels are seamed at the corners of the handkerchief.
Place used
Auburn, Cayuga County, New York, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Slavery and Freedom Objects
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
handkerchiefs
Topic
Clothing and dress
Self-liberation
Slavery
Social reform
Women
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Blockson
Object number
2009.50.40.4
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd55ef57998-0cca-4521-90e5-3a2a0b9b84f1

Cataloging is an ongoing process and we may update this record as we conduct additional research and review. If you have more information about this object, please contact us at NMAAHCDigiTeam@si.edu

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