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Catalog Number |
1976.1.0655a |
Object Name |
Linens, Napkin |
Description |
One in a set of nine cream-colored, linen luncheon napkins. Monogrammed on one corner with the initials "BMcKP" (Bessie McKee Pardee ). Drawnwork around the border, hemstitched by hand. "Drawnwork" or "Drawn thread work," is a form of counted-thread embroidery based on removing threads from the warp and/or the weft of a piece of even-weave fabric. The remaining threads are grouped or bundled together into a variety of patterns. Also known as "pulled thread work." From: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drawn_thread_work |
Materials |
Linen |
Condition |
Fair |
Associated with |
Bessie Pardee Van Wickle McKee |
Search Terms |
Linens Napkin Dining Monogram Initials |
Catalog Sub-category |
Household Accessory |