Shown is a beautifully hand-embroidered Edwardian
white handkerchief bordered with delicate white lace. Each of the four
corners is ornamented with a different embroidered design. Perhaps it
was originally a birthday or anniversary gift since the dates represent a
twenty-five year span.
The date
"March 1880" with flowers.
The date
"March 1905" with flowers.
The
initials 'AR' with flowers.
Two birds
on two branches with leaves.
The embroidered date "March
1880" with flowers.
The embroidered date "March
1905" with flowers.
The embroidered initials 'AR'
with flowers.
Two birds on two branches
with leaves - perhaps love birds.