Pair of Cuffs

Europe

Early 19th century

  • Titles Pair of Cuffs (Descriptive)
  • Medium cotton, needle lace
  • Dimensions Overall: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Biddle W. Worthington, Jr., in memory of Anita Eustis Worthington, 1987.210.1a-b
  • Work Type cuffs
  • Classification Costume

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