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French Masonic Apron
1790 -1820
Maker not researched
France
watercolor and engraving on leather
overall: 12 1/8 in x 12 1/2 in
Loaned by the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts
GL2004.0997

White leather apron with elaborate watercolored engraving. Apron has sun & moon left and right corners; at bottom is landscape scene with pyramid left; acacia plant and pile of stones right; in center are pillars flanking pantheon-like temple with seven step platform; above are nine stairs with top "G" above acacia branches and cable tow. On flap numerous Masonic symbols including beehive and globe with snake.