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Pincushion

Collection Type

  • Textiles

Date

late 19th century

GUSN

GUSN-54442

Description

Circular velvet pincushion with burgundy and blue sides; small band of black velvet sandwiched between for pins.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pincushions
velvet (fabric weave)
Pincushion

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1/4 (H), 2 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Edgar J. Rollins

Accession Number

1946.629

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