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The Medley (Handkerchief), England, 1792/95. Creator: William Gilpin

The Medley (Handkerchief), England, 1792/95. Portraits of notable people, and historical scenes

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Handkerchief, England, 1794. Creators: Unknown, John Slack

Handkerchief, England, 1794. The Memorable Naval Engagement on the 1st of June 1794, when the British Channel Fleet under the command of Lord Howe took and destroy'd after one of the severest actions in the Annals of History Eight French Ships of the Line / Explanation No 1 Lord Howe giving command / No 2 the French Admirals Ship / No 3 The French Vessel Le Vengeur which sunk during the action / the crew refused to surrender'. In the corners, portraits of Sir Roger Curtis, Admiral Pasley, Admiral Howe, Admiral Bowyer. Engraved by Slack after William Hanson

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Garfield and Arthur Quilt, Pennsylvania, c. 1880. Creators: Annie Ensminger Kready

Garfield and Arthur Quilt, Pennsylvania, c. 1880. Patchwork quilt featuring a promotional handkerchief with portraits of James A. Garfield and Chester B. Arthur who ran for, and won, the 1880 US election. (President Garfield was assasinated less than four months after being elected, and Vice President Arthur succeeded to the presidency). Quilt possibly made by Annie Ensminger Kready or Louisa Ensminger

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