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Pillowcase

Collection Type

  • Textiles

Date

1810-1845

GUSN

GUSN-46629

Description

Rectangular, off white; single piece folded with narrow hemmed edges; single pair of tape ties.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pillowcases
hand weaving
tabby (textile)
Pillowcase
Pillowcase

Inscription

Cross-stitch in hair at end center: SB

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

29 1/4 (W) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Austin Smith

Accession Number

1962.92

Places

Massachusetts (United States)

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