Apron
Object number2012.20.3
Made by
Dorothea Balestreire
Mediumcotton
Credit LineGift of Dorothea Balestreire
DescriptionWhite cotton apron. Two ties in front and two in back, most likely tying on top of same shoulders. White lace on short flaps on front and back. Knitted lace-pattern around center of skirt. V-shape top hem on hips. Three shell buttons down back. Handmade.Dimensions30 in. (76.2 cm)Historical NotesPart of a collection of textiles made by donor Dorothea Balestreire's grandmother, also named Dorothea Balestreire, who died in 1924 at the age of 42. She lived in the Strip District and her husband sold fruit and vegetables from a wagon.
On View
Not on viewDorothea Balestreire
Dorothea Balestreire
1950-1959
c. 1926
1950-1960
c. 1948
1926
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