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Aaron Burr (1756-1836)
1836
1927.59
Plaster with wash
Artist/Maker: Unidentified Artist

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Cuff

Cuff
Object name 
Cuff
Date 
1840-1880
Medium 
Linen
Dimensions 
Overall: 6 1/4 x 6 5/8 x 1/8 in. ( 15.9 x 16.8 x 0.3 cm )
Description 
Ecru muslin detachable cuff with a plain band of muslin at the top, two rows of ruching separated by a band of handmade linen bobbin lace with cordonnet floral motif, the outer edge is trimmed with bobbin lace with scalloped beaded edge, the bottom ruching is slit at one side and has two buttonholes for closure.
Object Number 
INV.14574.1
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.