Apron
- Object Name:
- Apron
- Object ID:
- 1915.004
- Place of Origin:
- Quincy, MA
- Date:
- circa 1780
- Description:
- Apron. Said to have been worn by Abigail Adams (1744-1818). Brown and white striped silk taffeta, three rows of ruffles (black, apron material, black) and ties with silk cord and tassels. Gathered into narrow band at top. Two long brown silk cords with tassel ties (later than apron, probably 1840s).
- Material:
- Textile
Silk - Dimensions:
- H-20 W-25 inches
- Provenance:
- "Apron worn by Mrs. Adams, mother of John Quincy Adams." He was born 1767.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Katherine C. Hammett
- Subjects:
- Aprons
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