Embroiderers Guild, Victoria
Accessory - Fichu, 18th - early 19th century
... ... Fischu...Embroidery Whitework Drawn thread Fischu Early 19th century France Muslin with embroidered frill - fichu has design of wheat scrolling above the frill and in the corner. ...
An 18th-century fichu was a lightweight, typically white triangular or square neckerchief made of muslin, linen, or cotton, worn by women to cover the chest and neck. Popular from the early-to-late 18th century, these versatile garments were often folded, draped, or pinned over low-cut bodices, acting both as a modest covering and a fashionable accessory. Muslin with embroidered frill - fichu has design of wheat scrolling above the frill and in the corner. Flowers in drawn thread.embroidery, whitework, drawn thread, fischu, early 19th century, france