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Valentine's handkerchief

Unknown author20th century

Museum of Ethnology & Museum of Popular Art

Museum of Ethnology & Museum of Popular Art
Lisboa, Portugal

Cotton handkerchief, embroidered in cross stitch with red cotton yarn. At the center, the inscription "MIZADE", an abbreviation of the word "Amizade" (Friendship), as well as flower motifs and two sets of double hearts with a key on their top. Near the edges a long inscription expressing romantic feelings for the recipient of this Valentine's handkerchief.

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  • Title: Valentine's handkerchief
  • Creator: Unknown author
  • Date Created: 20th century
  • Location Created: Portugal
  • Physical Dimensions: 49.5 cm x 48 cm
  • Type: Textiles
  • Rights: Collection: National Museum of Ethnology. Image: DGPC/ADF
  • Medium: Cotton, embroidered with red cotton thread
  • Catalog number: MNE-MAP: 9026 (TEX.28/96)
Museum of Ethnology & Museum of Popular Art

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