Scarf (Fichu)
(mid 18th century)

ENGLAND

Medium: cotton, linen thread
Measurements: 51.5 × 129.0 cm
Place/s of Execution: England
Inscription: unknown maker's mark, red thread, upper centre
Accession Number: 2005.398
Department: International Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line: National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 2005
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Gallery location: Not on display
Physical description: A triangular, off-white muslin fichu elaborately embroidered with white thread in formalised floral patterns and trellis motifs. The fichu has extensions which are loosely tied over the front bodice.