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Tool (for needlework) (Knitting sheath fragment)
1800-1820
Description
A piece of woven fabric (appears to contain silk and possibly linen) shaped to fit behind 1959.0560A, a silver knitting sheath shaped like a fish. Metal knitting sheaths were often attached to a fabric background.
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England or United States; United Kingdom or United States; Europe or North America
Materials
- Silk
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1959.0560 B
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1959.0560 B
Object Name
Tool (for needlework) (Knitting sheath fragment)
Category
Tools
Place of Origin
England or United States; United Kingdom or United States; Europe or North America
Date
1800-1820
Materials
- Silk
- Linen
Dimensions (inches)
1.3 (W) x 1.8 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
3.2 (W) x 4.5 (L)
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Beaudry, Mary. Findings: The material culture of needlework and sewing.
• pg 164-65