Pocket

Date1780-1820

Artist/Maker Judith Robinson

MediumLinen warp/ cotton weft front; wool needlework; linen back

DimensionsH: 15"; W: 10 3/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1951-465

DescriptionRectangular pocket tapering slightly to top with vertical slot opening. White plain-woven linen-and-cotton embroidered with wools in dark blue and light blue cross-stitch with a symmetrical pattern of lions, trees, birds, initals IR, numerals from 1 through 8, and the name "Judith Robinson" stitched at the bottom. Pocket is backed with natural plain-woven linen and bound with strips cut from printed cotton (faded and fragile). Modern replaced linen tie strings.
MarkingsAt base in cross-stitch: JUDITH ROBINSON