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Pocketbook
Pocketbook

Pocketbook

late 16th–early 17th century
Object PlaceEngland
Medium/TechniqueLinen; plain weave embroidered with polychrome silk and silver metallic threads; metal clasp and key
DimensionsOverall: 9 x 14 cm (3 9/16 x 5 1/2 in.)
Credit LineThe Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession number43.1104
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceElizabeth Day McCormick collection; Gift to the MFA, October 14, 1943
Sewing case
late 18th to early 19th century
Drawstring bag
1575–1650
1575–1625
Restricted: For reference only
19th century
Restricted: For reference only
19th century
Restricted: For reference only
late 19th century or early 20th century
Pocketbook
mid to late 18th century
Drawstring bag
late 16th–early 17th century
late 16th–early 17th century
Drawstring bag
early 17th century
Conservation status: Before treatment; Group shot: 2004.687.1-2
Geoffrey Beene
Fall 1989