Museum Collections
Luce Center
Masonic apron
Object name
Masonic apron
Date
ca. 1819
Medium
Leather, metal, silk
Dimensions
Overall: 12 5/8 x 13 3/4 x 1/8 in. ( 32.1 x 34.9 x 0.3 cm )
Description
Leather Masonic apron with coral ribbon edging all around, the top has a slightly scalloped flap, the bottom corners are rounded; the center symbols of the compass and square is surrounded by arched columns in an outdoor setting, and is worked in silver thread and brass spangles; there are two ribbon ties, the back is lined with green silk.
Credit Line
Gift of Nanette Bryan
Object Number
1961.16
Gallery Label
This Masonic apron belonged to Charles Backus King of Louisville, Kentucky in 1819.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.





