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Pillowcase

Collection Type

  • Textiles

GUSN

GUSN-9427

Description

Rectangular, off white, fine linen; 3" wide hem at open end with applied 2-1/2" wide insert of lace along with 3" wide plain linen band connecting insert with 3" wide scalloped lace edging.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pillowcases
stitching
lace (needlework)
linen (material)
tabby (textile)
Linen
Hand Stitched
Lace
Novelty Weave
PILLOWCASE

Inscription

Ink at corner: Nellie A Rollins

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

38.5 (W) (inches)

Accession Number

1946.314B

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