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.
1780-1810
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
ca. 1727
17th century
1699 (dated)
