Maid's Apron

Original OwnerOriginally owned by the Tolles family (American)

Clothing MakerMade by Unknown

Dateabout 1900-1960

MediumMachine-stitched cotton

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length from shoulder to hem x width at bottom of hem): 46 x 40in. (116.8 x 101.6cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Bryant Tolles, Jr.

Object number1995.110.37

DescriptionWhite cotton bib apron. Center strip of machine-stitched eyelet is 4 3/8 inches wide at the waist and extends from the bust down to the bottom finish of the apron. The bottom edge of the apron is finished with a three-inch-wide strip of fabric, with three narrow horizontal tucks. The bib of the apron has "wings" of eyelet extending from the shoulder straps. The top of the center eyelet strip is finished with a gathered ruffle of embroidered eyelet extending upwards.

NotesHistorical Note: This maid's apron was worn and used in the Tolles household in West Hartford, Connecticut.

Status

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