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Gift of Joan Briggaman and Janice Kaval, 2001.51.4.4, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Do…
Woman's Wedding Handkerchief
Gift of Joan Briggaman and Janice Kaval, 2001.51.4.4, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain

Woman's Wedding Handkerchief

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Adella S. Smolensky American, 1909 - 2001
Date1936
MediumMachine-stitched silk
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 13 1/2 x 14 3/4in. (34.3 x 37.5cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Joan Briggaman and Janice Kaval
DescriptionThis handkerchief has a sheer 6 1/2 inch square of off-white silk crepe at the center, bordered by off-white silk floral embroidered netting. The netting is seamed together at each corner.
Object number2001.51.4.4
NotesHistorical Note: Adella S. Smolensky (1909-2001) married John M. Sliva (about 1910-1996) 30 May 1936 in Holy Cross Church in New Britain, Connecticut.
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