Napkin, geometric damask
Date1780-1810
MediumLinen damask
DimensionsOW: 32 1/2" OL: 36 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. B. G. Bechhoefer.
Object number1941-265,1
DescriptionNapkin made of white linen damask weave in all-over geometric design of circles, squares, and cruciforms, similar to pine-tree design on coverlets. Narrow border consisting of broken stripes. Narrow hems at cut ends; selvages form side finish. Red stitched mark, "S B."Markings"S B"
Provenance"The napkins came from Mr. Bechhoefer's grandmother's home in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania." See letter to Mr. James Cogar from donor, dated 10-8-1941, in object folder.
1780-1810
1699 (dated)
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
1714-1830