Apron, 1790-1820 Probably New Hampshire 95.045

The painted decoration and shield shape of this apron help date it to the late 1700s or early 1800s. Unlike most aprons of the era, this one is not bound along the edges with ribbon. Instead, the edges were painted blue to resemble fabric binding and then embellished with a blue basketweave pattern. Family history suggested that it was made and used in New Hampshire.