Flame-stitch Wall Pocket

Description:

Flame-stitch Wall Pocket, America, c. 1774, stitched patterns in bright yellow, blue, and red, the front of the pocket embroidered "R W 17 74," interior lined with striped linen, (some loss to stitching),ht. 7 3/4, wd. 7 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600

Areas of loss to the embroidery, wear to edging.


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