sewing case

DateMid to Late 1700s

Terms

Needle Cases
Silk Fiber
Wool Fiber
Massachusetts

Dimensions13.97 × 10.16 cm (5 1/2 × 4 in.)

Credit LinePocketbook, Massachusetts, mid - late 18th century. Concord Museum Collection; T819.

Object numberT819

DescriptionA needle case, pocketbook, or wallet (purse) featuring Bargello stitch in shades of yellow, pink blue and green wool threads. The case has a flap closure and two pockets. The interior is lined with rose colored homespun and green silk. The edges are trimmed with green velvet. In one pocket are stitched red felt needle leaves.