Object Details
Manufacturer
Dunmoy
Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Apron made from a tea towel printed for the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. At the center top, the Queen on the throne with the scepter and orb. In a cartouche at the bottom, 1977. Center field is surrounded by deep border of strapwork ornament with Tudor roses and vines. In the center panel:
Queen Elizabeth II, born 21 April 1926
Elder daughter of George IV
Engagement to Prince Philip, Announced 10th July 1947, married 20th November 1947 Ascended the Throne, 6th February 1952
Proclaimed Queen in London 8th February
Crowned in Westminster Abbey, 2nd June 1953
Silver Jubilee
With brown twill tape ties added.
Credit Line
Gift of Susanna Ebendorf
Date
1977
Accession Number
1977-75-3
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
costume & accessories
Object Name
Commemorative apron
Type
Commemorative apron
Medium
Medium: 100% Irish linen Technique: printed on plain weave
Dimensions
H x W: 75.6 × 47.6 cm (29 3/4 × 18 3/4 in.)
distributed in
England
produced in
Ireland
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Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
chndm_1977-75-3