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Shawl
Object number97.41.1
Date1920
Mediumwool shallis
Credit LineGift of Theresa MacPherson
DescriptionRectangular-shaped fine wool shallis shawl. Dark brown. Twill weave. Vibrant print around outer edge of shawl comprised of red roses intermixed with small purple flowers and green leaves. Applied dark brown tied fringe forms diamond-shaped design.Dimensions65.9999 x 55.9999 in. (167.6 x 142.2 cm)Historical NotesThis shawl was worn by the donor's mother, Elizabeth Voytek, when she immigrated to the United States from Slovakia in 1920. She joined her brother who was living in Hunker, Pa. in Westmorelane County. Elizabeth was married the following year.
Previous owner
Elizabeth Voytek
(Slovak)
Subjects
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On view
1875
1894-1934
1950-1959
c. 1865
1985-2005
c. 1984