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Ruffled Pillowcase

Collection Type

  • Textiles

GUSN

GUSN-9422

Description

Rectanglar, off white, fine linen; single piece folded with narrow hem at open end with 1-3/4" fine ruffle applied. Ink wreath with birds.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pillowcases
linen (material)
tabby (textile)
Pillowcase
Pillowcase

Inscription

Ink at end center: Mary T. Wyath No 1

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

40 (W) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Anna B. Stearns

Accession Number

1950.131

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