Apron, Mourning, with floral embroidery; Unknown maker; 1860-1910; RI.W2017.3616...
Apron, Mourning, with floral embroidery
About this object
A black mourning apron front with pink and green floral stitching, lace trim and deep green broadcloth lining. It is missing its ties but would have fastened around the waist.
Beginning in the Victorian era, mourning aprons were generally worn by the 'lady of the house' during the mourning period following a loved one's death.
Maker
Date Made1860-1910
Place Made Medium and Materials
organic, vegetal, fibre, cotton
organic, vegetal, fibre, cotton, broadcloth
organic, processed material, textile, lace
inorganic, processed material, glass
Nil
Measurements
Waist: 350 mm
Hip: 580 mm
Hem circumference: 640 mm
Waist to hem: 630 mm
Measurement conventions taken from the Powerhouse Museum's Australian Dress Register. Measurements taken with garment laying flat.
RI.W2017.3616.6
Rights
Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)
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