Embroidered Cuff 1939

Marie Famularo created this embroidered cuff on an unknown date with thread on fabric. Born in 1901, Famularo was part of a generation of women who often found creative outlets in domestic crafts. Embroidery, traditionally associated with femininity and domesticity, becomes in Famularo’s hands a quiet assertion of identity. The intricate floral and geometric patterns delicately stitched into the fabric speak to the artist’s attention to detail. Consider the time and labor involved in such work, and the personal expression that can be found in these everyday objects. While the cuff might seem like a simple household item, it also carries a weight of cultural and personal history. It invites us to reflect on the lives of women in the early 20th century, who sought to make their mark through creativity within the domestic sphere.