textile; textile (function unknown)

Described in the register as a collar, this textile is rectangular in shape with two long points. The cotton ground cloth is embroidered with three large identical motifs. Each consists of a broadly heart-shaped motif with a pink crown atop each motif and pulled threadwork, in purple cotton, is below. The fabric has been edged with a green synthetic (?) fabric.

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