Collections record Beta

Collection Record Detail

Object Name

Table Runner or Bureau Scarf

Object Number

2011-36-1

Description

Natural linen table runner or bureau scarf. Cream colored crocheted trim down both long sides. Shorter ends have heavy linen crochet work. Scalloped edge which comes to a round point. Repeating oval design in rows. 12 1/2" long from edge of linen to end of design.

Comment

The bureau scarf belonged to Bishop and Mrs. G. Ashton Oldham who lived on South Street in Litchfield in the 1960s. The donor worked for them and was given the item as a gift upon terminating her service with the family.