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Pillow cover
Greek (Cyclades Islands, Naxos)
18th century
Medium/Technique
Linen and silk; embroidery
Dimensions
116.5 x 47 cm (45 7/8 x 18 1/2 in.); Legacy dimension: .47 x 1.165 not including edges turned in
Credit Line
Bequest of Miss Ellen Starkey Bates
Accession Number28.1139
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CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionGround: natural colored linen. Design: all-over geometric pattern (simplified Naxos leaf and star diaper) worked with red silk in darning stitch. Narrow border on four sides. Worn. Small ink stain. See note.