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Object Name |
Apron |
Catalog Number |
0985.07.00083 |
Description |
Apron made from black alpaca with a variety of colored thread embroidered flowers; two pockets, one bearing the inscription worked in colored thread "Labor omnia Vincit, Crede et Vincere." Ties secure with hook-and-eye closure; 24". |
Dimensions |
L-39.5 inches |
Owned |
Varina Anne Davis (Winnie) |
Made |
Varina Banks Howell Davis |
Provenance |
This apron was made for Winnie Davis by her mother, Varina, and worn by Winnie as a little girl. Label pinned to one pocket reads as follows: "Apron worn by Varina Anne Davis. Made by her mother Mrs. Jefferson Davis and presented by her." |
People |
Davis, Varina Anne (Winnie) Davis, Varina Banks Howell [Mrs. Jefferson] Howell, Varina Banks |
Subjects |
children girls Clothing & dress aprons |