Sewing Kit
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Arthur J. Kiely Jr.
(American, 1918 - 2005)
Dateabout 1943
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth while open): 1 1/16 x 9 1/2 x 5 1/8in. (2.7 x 24.1 x 13cm)
Other (height x width x depth while closed): 1 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 5 1/8in. (3.5 x 7 x 13cm)
Other (height x width x depth while closed): 1 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 5 1/8in. (3.5 x 7 x 13cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Virginia Kiely
DescriptionOlive-khaki colored sewing kit that folds over on each side to close. The center compartment is divided into three sections; the top and bottom section hold a total of twelves small spools of thread, and the middle section holds a thimble, two safety pins, and nineteen loose buttons of slightly varying sizes. The buttons and thread are different colors, including white, tan, olive, and brown. A slot on the right folding side of the kit hold two needles and a pair of black metal scissors. Stamped in the middle of the left folding side of the kit is, "BELDING-CORTICELLI".
Object number2005.169.4
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Richard Welling
Landers, Frary, and Clark
