Pair of Red Embroidery Pillowcases

Name/Title

Pair of Red Embroidery Pillowcases

Entry/Object ID

1992.4.21a-b

Description

This is a set of two pillowcases with red embroidery. The tan pillow cases have red decorative stitching at the open end. Stitching is featherstitching and blanket stitch. Material is course, low thread count, with an unbleached muslin feel. Not likely very old, but no way of dating this type of embroidery or material. (MH, 12/2013). Pillowcases measure 18" (w) x 32.5" (l).

Collection

Permanent Collection

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Pillowcase

Nomenclature Class

Bedding

Nomenclature Category

Category 02: Furnishings

Parts

Count

2

Material

Cotton