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1950

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1960

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Pin Cushion (Denmark)

This is a Pin cushion. It is dated 1950–60 and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is linen, wool and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Elizabeth Gordon. It is credited Gift of Elizabeth Gordon.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 25.5 x 15 cm (10 1/16 x 5 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Pin Cushion (Denmark); linen, wool; H x W: 25.5 x 15 cm (10 1/16 x 5 7/8 in.); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1964-35-11

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