Pincushion

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Collection Type

Tools and equipment

Date

1840-1870

GUSN

GUSN-36190

Description

Pincushion set in glass lamp base; rounded wool cushion over another linen layer set in molded glass base; gathered dark green trim around cushion.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pincushions
glass by composition or origin
wool (textile)
Glass
Pincushion

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

4 x 2 1/2 (HxW), 2 1/2 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Anne F. Caryl

Accession Number

1933.1635

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