Fragment of Whitework
1799
Physical Qualities
Cotton, 18-1/2 x 24-1/2 in. (47 x 62.2 cm.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Francis White, from the Collection of Mrs. Miles White, Jr.
Object Number
1973.76.330
Small rectangular section of whitework, possibly from garment. The fragment includes a delicate design of large exotic flowers an d leaves surrounding a basket of smaller flowers fashioned in exquisitely fine cord work. The section is presently attached (glued and sewn around the edges) to a piece of peach colored cotton.
Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 1973; Nancy Brewster (Mrs. Frances White) by inheritance; Virginia Purviance Bonsal (Mrs. Miles White, Jr.).
