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Pin Cushion

This is a Pin cushion. It is dated mid- 18th century and we acquired it in 1960. Its medium is silk embroidery, silk foundation and its technique is embroidered on satin weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 13.3 x 10.8 x 4.4 cm (5 1/4 x 4 1/4 x 1 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Pin Cushion; silk embroidery, silk foundation; H x W x D: 13.3 x 10.8 x 4.4 cm (5 1/4 x 4 1/4 x 1 3/4 in.); 1960-35-1

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