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Pillowcase

Collection Type

  • Textiles

Date

1770-1830

GUSN

GUSN-9464

Description

Rectangular, off white; single panel folded with narrow hemmed open ends.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pillowcases
cross-stitching
stitching
hand weaving
linen (material)
tabby (textile)
Linen
Hand Stitched
Cross-stitched
Woven
Novelty Weave
PILLOWCASE

Inscription

Cross-stitcehd at end: 8 H W

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

35.75 (W) (inches)

Accession Number

1934.314B

Places

Connecticut (United States)

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