Name

American Masonic Master Apron

Origin/date 

USA, beginning of the 19th century.

Material and dimensions

Satin, hand-colored and gilding on silk. 

Description

The lodge is seen at the center with the mosaic pavement, three tapers, the square and compasses, and the Sacred Book. This central motif stands between two columns. In between and around are the usual set of masonic symbols. At the top an all-seeing eye with glory rays.

Provenance

USA, antiques dealer.

Literature

For an almost identical apron see:

Millar, A., Freemasonry A History. San Diego, Thunder Bay Press, 2005, p. 7.