Haberdashery, 12 linen serviettes cutwork crochet c1900, c1900

Historical information

These white linen serviettes were made by women of the early settler families in Moorabbin Shire c1900 and show their needlework skills . Although living conditions were basic families still held onto their traditional English and European customs and took pride in presenting elements of refined society.

Significance

These linen serviettes are examples of the dressmaking, crochet and needlework skills of the women of the early settler families in Moorabbin Shire c1900

Physical description

12 Linen serviettes with cutwork in one corner and crochet edging

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