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Pin cushion
Pin cushion

Pin cushion

Artist
Dateprobably pre 1900
Mediumglass, cotton, fiber
ClassificationsTools and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Lilian Baker Carlisle
Object number1999.6.1
DescriptionRaised beadwork of mostly crystal beads on dark red velveteen. ^-petal shape, red, green, yellow and white beads. Back of cushion of green glazed cotton. Stuffed with bark or sawdust. Made as a souvenir for tourist trade.
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