Summary
This handkerchief features lace edging in one corner. It 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 cotton handkerchief with finished edge and a single corner decorated with a lace panel. The lace panel features floral designs and a central embroidered oval panel in yellow silk thread with a single blue and pink flower in it.
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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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Overall Dimensions
230 mm (Width), 235 mm (Height)
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