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.
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.
Object number1995.110.37
NotesHistorical Note: This maid's apron was worn and used in the Tolles household in West Hartford, Connecticut.Subject Terms
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