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Tool (for needlework) (Pincushion)
1947-1952
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
Japan; Asia
Materials
- Velvet
- Porcelain
- Stuffing
Museum Object Number
2012.0024.020
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Davison B. Hawthorne
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Object Number
2012.0024.020
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Pincushion)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
Japan; Asia
Origin Notes
Probably made in Japan during the period (1947- 1952) when the term "Occupied Japan" was in use on exported goods.
Date
1947-1952
Materials
- Velvet
- Porcelain
- Stuffing
Dimensions (inches)
7 (H) x 2 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
17 (H) x 5 (D)
Dimensions (oz)
0.3
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Florence, Gene. 1976 The Collector's Encyclopedia of Occupied Japan Collectibles.
• Similar figurines (without pin cushions) illustrated: pg, 71, 73, 75,95Other: Killian, Jackie. Kay Hawthorne Collection of Needlework Tools.