Napkin
- Object Name:
- Napkin
- Object ID:
- 1972.028.02 a-b
- Date:
- 1875-1925
- Description:
- Two Napkins; white figured damask in the center of each is monogramed in white in a diamond shape the initials "BMK".
Two napkins of linen damask, woven with a design of a bouquet of chrysanthemums in each corner, oriented towards the center. The edges are bordered with a narrow design of chrysanthemum leaves and small flowers arranged in a vine. In the center of each napkin is an embroidered monogram, "BMK," worked in a diamond shape with white cotton thread in a satin stitch; the central "M" is outlined with narrow satin stitch and filled with seed stitch. Two edges are selvedge, and two edges are narrow-hemmed by hand. - Material:
- Textile
- Dimensions:
- W-21.5 L-23 inches
- Provenance:
- Napkins belonged to Mrs. William P. Martin, Sr., formerly of Lake Forest, IL. She was born Beatrice Key, great-granddaughter of Franis Scott Key.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Charlotte Blanchard Holden
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