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Shawl

Object Name:
Shawl
Object ID:
1996.033
Date:
1875-1900
Description:
Shawl. Owned by Abigail Case Dobie (b. 1806), Hanover, NH. Wool, fine texture. Red, blue, and green plaid. Loom woven. Twill weave. Self fringe on all four edges.
Material:
Textile
Wool
Dimensions:
H-112 W-64 inches
Provenance:
History: Nancy Woodman Wall, Hollis, NH. Great grand-niece of Abigail Case Dobie.
Note written by donor, "'Shawl' belonging to Abigail Case Dobie, of / Hanover N.H. (1806 - ) / sister of Persis Case Kelley (1811 - 1869) of Rumney N.H. / passed down to granddaughter (of Persis) / Martha French Woodman (1866 - 1955) of Plymouth N.H. / and then to great-great granddaughter / Nancy Woodman Wall (Plymouth/Hollis)".
Credit Line:
Donated by the great-great granddaughter of Persis Case Kelley (sister to Abigail) who was a *
Subjects:
Shawls
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