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Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
1777
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Linen
- Metal
- Steel
- Wool
Museum Object Number
1952.0087
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1952.0087
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Date
1777
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: On front of pincushion
Inscription: "GOD BLES THE BABE / 1777"
Type: Inscription
Location: On front of pincushion
Inscription: "M / RM / 1777 "
Type: Label
Location: On reverse
Inscription: "3152 (crossed out) / 52.87" (ink)
Mark/Signature: No
Materials
- Silk
- Linen
- Metal
- Steel
- Wool
Techniques
- Sewn
- Woven (plain)
- Wrought
- Stuffed
Construction Description
Hand-sewn
Dimensions (inches)
6.5 (H) x 5.5 (W) x 1.5 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
16.51 (H) x 13.97 (W) x 3.81 (D)
Measurement Notes
The height and width were measured tip to tip on the end tassels.