Summary
This Irish linen handkerchief features an embroidered kiwi bird and the phrase 'Kia Ora' embroidered in one corner. It is likely a souvenir or memento handkerchief from New Zealand.
The handkerchief belonged to Emily Hannah Francis, of Garden City, and was part of a collection of 145 souvenir and commemorative handkerchiefs put together by Emily, sent to her by pen friends from around the world, up to her death in 1943.
Physical Description
Fine white linen handkerchief with finished edging and hand-embroidered kiwi bird in black and brown silk with 'Kia Ora' in blue thread either side of the bird.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Ruth Barratt, 2015
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Original Owner
Mrs Emily H. Francis, Garden City, Port Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1939 - 1943
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Inscriptions
Text, embroidered: KIA ORA. Sticker, printed: 'ALL PURE LINEN / Made In Ireland'
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Overall Dimensions
295 mm (Width), 295 mm (Height)
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