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NAPKINS

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Two white linen napkins with needle lace edging in a ribbon design. The edging is attached with brides. In one corner the ribbon edging culminates in a large needle lace flower tied with a needle lace bow. Above the flower is eyelet embroidery accented by white work embroidery. There is a circle of eyelet that has needle lace filling.

Object name:
NAPKINS
Made from:
Linen
Made in:
Unknown
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
H. 21 in., W. 21 in.

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.404.1-2
Class:
Linen/lace
Signature marks:
Printed in black Dorcas Hardin/Washington, D. C. On the top of the box in the lower right hand corner Paper note to be repaired Included with the napkins in the box
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973