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Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
1775-1800
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Metal
- Linen
- Steel
Museum Object Number
1958.2008
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1958.2008
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Decorated pincushion)
Category
Textiles (Needlework)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Date
1775-1800
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Inscription
Location: Front of pincushion
Inscription: "God for ever / bless the / dear babe" (pinned)
Type: Label
Location: Pinned on tag
Inscription: "58.2008" (graphite)
Mark/Signature: No
Materials
- Silk
- Metal
- Linen
- Steel
Techniques
- Sewn
- Woven (satin)
- Wrought
- Stuffed
Construction Description
Hand-sewn
Dimensions (inches)
8 (H) x 8.75 (W) x 2 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
20.32 (H) x 22.225 (W) x 5.08 (D)