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Towel
Object/Artifact
All handspun? Linen Z singles. Handwoven 4-block huck reverse twill pattern. Seperatly attatched 3.5" Fringe of tighly handspun z2s linen on each end. (seems blueer or less yellow, and not much worn) Initials MC cross-stitched UL in corner, gold silk 24 EPI-34 PPI. 24x60"
2014.018.96
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1825 - 1850
Old Number
88.031
24 in
60 in
Silk
Linen