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Pincushion

Collection Type

  • Textiles

Date

1840-1900

GUSN

GUSN-40170

Description

Barrell-shaped pincushion; printed red tartan plaid with purple velvet ends.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pincushions
velvet (fabric weave)
Pincushion

Inscription

"Stuart" (printed)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 x 1/2 (WxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Grace Gilbert

Accession Number

1939.147

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