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Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
1794
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Metal
- Steel
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1959.0732
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1959.0732
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Date
1794
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Front of cushion
Inscription: "WELCOM LITTLE / Stranger" and "N. York / RV / HV / 1794" (pinned)
Type: Label
Location: Written along side
Inscription: "59.732" (ink)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Silk
- Metal
- Steel
- Linen
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Woven (brocaded)
- Woven (damask)
- Sewn
- Wrought
- Stuffed
Construction Description
Hand-sewn
Dimensions (inches)
5.75 (H) x 3.75 (W) x 1.5 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
14.605 (H) x 9.525 (W) x 3.81 (D)
Measurement Notes
Measurements do not include tassels.