collar (neckwear)

Object number
2003.11.87
Description
A collar made of a plain weave ivory fabric and ivory lace. Fabric component at center has a combination of cutwork and whitework embroidery, including smalll eyelets, flowers, dots, and a vine-like design. Fabric is bordered on three sides by a strip of lace with a scalloped edge. Top is finished with a band folded on the bias. Small threads on surface of band provide possible evidence that collar was removed from another garment. Probably part of a set with 2003.11.86.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Hope Alexander
Object Type
collars (neckwear)
Related People & Organizations
Alexander, Hope, Mrs. (associated)
Alexander, Richard, Captain (associated)