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White and purple crochet doily

20th century

Smithsonian NMAAHC collection

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This description refers to material held by Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Visual details below describe the original material.

A white and purple crochet doily. The center is purple and the body is openwork composed of chain stitches. The scalloped edges are worked in purple and white. The doily is possibly starched and there is no label.

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Catalog reference: 2007.3.1007

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