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1950

  • Work on this object began.

1960

  • Work on this object ended.

1964

  • We acquired this object.

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Pillow Cover, Salami

This is a Pillow cover. It was designed by Edna Martin and embroidered by Edna Martin. It is dated 1950–60 and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is linen 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: 34 x 34 cm (13 3/8 x 13 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Pillow Cover, Salami; Designed by Edna Martin (Swedish, 1908–2003); Sweden; linen; H x W: 34 x 34 cm (13 3/8 x 13 3/8 in.); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1964-35-24

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