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Pillow Case, late 18th century

This is a Pillow case. It is dated late 18th century and we acquired it in 1940. Its medium is linen and its technique is withdrawn element work. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by DeWitt Clinton Cohen and Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen in memory of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 20 × 26.5 cm (7 7/8 × 10 7/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Pillow Case, late 18th century; linen; H x W: 20 × 26.5 cm (7 7/8 × 10 7/16 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen in memory of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt; 1940-93-45

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