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Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
1777
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Silk
- Metal
- Steel
- Metallic trim
- Thread
Museum Object Number
1959.2712
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1959.2712
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1777
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Front of pincushion
Inscription: "1777 / CFF / TB / RM" (pinned)
Type: Inscription
Location: Back of pincushion
Inscription: "1777 / AT / PRNB" (pinned)
Type: Label
Location: Pinned on tag
Inscription: "59. / 2712" (graphite)
Mark/Signature: No
Materials
- Silk
- Metal
- Steel
- Metallic trim
- Thread
Techniques
- Woven (satin)
- Wrought
- Sewn
- Stuffed
Construction Description
Hand-sewn
Dimensions (inches)
6.5 (H) x 9 (W) x 2.5 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
16.51 (H) x 22.86 (W) x 6.35 (D)
Measurement Notes
Measurements do not include tassels.