Heart pincushion

Object/Artifact

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Name/Title

Heart pincushion

Entry/Object ID

2023.4.12

Description

Heart-shaped pincushion on wooden handle. Depicts cross-stitched embroidery referencing embroidery samplers from the 19th century and reads "I done my best -- Mary."

Category

Pincushions, Samplers

Acquisition

Accession

2023.4

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown maker

Time Period

20th Century

Place

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Notes

Pattern designed by Saundra White. Likely made in the United States.

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

pincushions, samplers (embroidery)

Dimensions

Height

15 cm

Width

11.5 cm

Depth

5 cm

Materials

Material

Likely Cotton, Likely Linen, Wood

Material Notes

Fabric made of Aida cloth.

Color

Ivory, Red, Black, Green, Yellow

Location

Box

Box 27

Cabinet

Object Cabinet

Room

Studio