Textiles (Needlework)
Jane Grier (Possible maker or owner)
Norristown, Montgomery, Pennsylvania, Mid-Atlantic, United States, North America
1775-1780
Linen; Cotton; Wool; Silk; Felt; Metal; Canvas
Printed, Woven (plain), Embroidered, Sewn, Canvaswork
1978.0122
Object Number1978.0122 |
Sewing roll (Huswif)
Textiles (Needlework)
Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Scott T. Swank
Jane Grier (Possible maker or owner)
It is possible that Jane Grier of Norristown, Pennsylvania made this sewing roll (1978.0122) for her own use.
Norristown, Montgomery, Pennsylvania, Mid-Atlantic, United States, North America
1775-1780
1. Label; Pinned on tag; "78.122" (graphite)
2. Mark; Exterior top; "Ig" (embroidered)
3. Inscription; Inside pocket, wrapped around thread; "John S. Grier, Sr."[over]"Home made linen thread" (handwritten graphite)
Linen; Cotton; Wool; Silk; Felt; Metal; Canvas
Printed, Woven (plain), Embroidered, Sewn, Canvaswork
Hand-sewn
17.5 (L) , 3 (W)
44.45 (L) , 7.62 (W)
Measured with ties
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