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2009 Record shot by L. Baumgarten. Napkin.
Napkin, geometric damask
2009 Record shot by L. Baumgarten. Napkin.

Napkin, geometric damask

Date1780-1810
MediumLinen
Dimensions36" X 31 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. B. G. Bechhoefer.
Object number1941-265,2
DescriptionNapkin of white linen damask woven in all-over geometric design of squares and checks. Narrow border consisting of broken stripes. Narrow hems; selvages finish edges. Marked in red, "SW."
Markings"S W" in red silk cross-stitch embroidery
Provenance"The napkins came form Mr. Bechhoefer's grandmother's home in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania." See letter to Mr. James Cogar from donor, dated 10-8-1941, in object folder.