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Pillowcase

Object Name:
Pillowcase
Object ID:
1977.047.31
Date:
1800-1840
Description:
Pillowcase of plain-woven linen in a natural off-white color. Constructed of one width of fabric that is folded in half and seamed selvedge-to-selvedge along one side. Opening end is narrow-hemmed by hand. Marked in taupe silk cross stitches, "S C / 11", with a willow tree motif in center.
Material:
Textile
Linen
Dimensions:
W-16.5 L-36 inches
Provenance:
Collected by William L. Warren, the donor.
Credit Line:
Gift of William L. Warren
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