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Masonic Apron
1800 -1820
Maker not researched
USA
Ink and watercolor on silk; linen (?)
overall: 14 1/4 in x 15 1/4 in
Loaned by the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts
GL2004.0983

White silk apron with faded red silk border and linen (?) backing; On apron shows checkered pavement on three step base; pillars left and right with moon, stars and sun; between pillars is open Bible with Square and Compasses; behind Bible is characture of King Solomon; left of pillar is folded 24 inch gauge; at bottom gavel, trowel and coffin; right of pillars is ladder. Above pillars are clasped hands. On flap is memorial to George Washington; showing urn with "GW", willow tree and setting sun. On back top "507"