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Object Name
Turkey Work Embroidery
Object Number
1912-11-2
Description
Turkey work of large roses worked on a fine cotton canvas. The leaves are petit point and the flowers are done in raised wool (or turkey work) Much of the background is the canvas. Framed in walnut with a gold liner. The canvas is backed with linen. Framed under glass.
Category
Communication Artifacts
Date Made
ca. 1880-1890
Dimensions
Work 19" x 20" Frame 23 1/2" x 23"
Materials
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