Bolster
Textile MakerMade by
Unknown
MediumHand-stitched, hand-woven linen
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 35 1/2 x 16in. (90.2 x 40.6cm)
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionBolster made of hand-woven natural-colored linen. The bolster is embroidered with the number "15" over the letters "EV". The hem is rolled with one 1/4-inch turn. The linen fabric is plain-woven with 48 warps per inch and 40 wefts per inch. Both warp and weft yarns are undyed linen spun with a Z twist.
Object number1985.195.4
MarkingsEmbroidered with the number "15" over the letters "EV".Subject Terms
On View
Not on view1776-1780