Textile - Austrian Hand towel, 1907

Historical information

Part of the trousseau of Emilia Fischel changed to Finton after the family came to Australia in 1939. She was connected to the Wiedersperger family and died in 1981.

Physical description

White linen with fringed ends, the 42 cms deep band of embroidery in red and white has the Eagles of Austria included in the floral and bold design. Small band (45 mms) of red and white on opposite end.

Inscriptions & markings

Monogram

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