Woman's Embroidered Pocket
Pear-shaped pocket complemented by several sizes of stylized carnations set against vivid shades of blue and green and enlivened by small scattered diamonds and white accents.
Artist/maker unknown, American
Geography:
Made in United States, North and Central America
Date:
Mid- 18th centuryMedium:
Linen plain weave with wool and silk embroidery in Irish stitch, checked linen plain weave; linen plain weave ties; silk tape binding Dimensions:
16 3/4 x 11 3/4 inches (42.5 x 29.8 cm)Curatorial Department:
Costume and TextilesObject Location:
1930-30-36Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Hampton L. Carson, 1930
Made in United States, North and Central America
Date:
Mid- 18th centuryMedium:
Linen plain weave with wool and silk embroidery in Irish stitch, checked linen plain weave; linen plain weave ties; silk tape binding Dimensions:
16 3/4 x 11 3/4 inches (42.5 x 29.8 cm)Curatorial Department:
Costume and TextilesObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1930-30-36Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Hampton L. Carson, 1930
In the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, pockets were worn tied around the waist either singly or in pairs and could be reached through slits in the dress and petticoats. Although hidden, they were often decorative; these two examples show the use of colorful embroidery and piecing.
