Case, Needle
- Object Name:
- Case, Needle
- Object ID:
- 1972.050.01
- Date:
- 1796
- Description:
- Needlebook. Small rectangular needle case with covers of perforated paper embroidered in lyre and gazebo designs by Countess Rumford. White silk lining and padded area for needles. Also two wool pieces for needles.
- Material:
- Paper
Textile
Silk
Wool - Dimensions:
- H-3 W-2 D-0.5 inches
- Provenance:
- The covers of the needlebook were embroidered by Sarah Thompson, Countess Rumford (1774-1852). The book was given by her to Mrs. Hazeltine in 1796. It was acquired by the donor from the Cilley heirs of Exeter, NH, in 1972.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Harley Kaiser
- Subjects:
- Sewing, Sewing equipment & supplies, Needlework, Lyres, Gazebos, Needlework
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