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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Embroidered Doily
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Embroidered Doily

Object numberMO 1948.80.24
Maker (American, 1884 - 1962)
Dateearly 20th century
Mediumfabric (linen), thread (silk)
Dimensionsoverall Diam 7 3/8 in (18.7 cm )

DescriptionA doily embroidered by Eleanor Roosevelt. The round white linen doily has a scalloped, white-embroidered edge. Embroidered in the center of the doily are five purple and white violets - three grouped together and two individually - with green stems and foliage.
Label TextUpon presenting this needlework doily to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library in 1948, Mrs. Eleanor stated it was made "many years ago."
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDonated to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1948.
Credit LineGift of Eleanor Roosevelt
Use Restriction StatusUnrestricted
CopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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