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Pin Cushion

MOA: University of British Columbia

3660/40

Square pin cushion with scalloped edges. The front is slightly worn red velvet pile with a heavily beaded motif of alternating birds and flowers in clear beads around the sides. Each of the four birds has a black bead eye. In the centre, the words "FROM NIAGARA FALLS" is embroidered in clear beads. The edges are covered with an off-white cotton fabric that has a looped fringe of clear beads extending from it. The back fabric is shiny with a bluish-black centre and beige sides. The is filled with stuffing.

  • Type of Item cushion
  • Culture Haudenosaunee
  • Material fibre, glass
  • Measurements height 17.0 cm, width 17.0 cm, depth 6.2 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Ruth Phillips
  • Received from Ruth Phillips
  • Made in Niagara Falls
  • Creation Date between 1875 and 1900
  • Ownership Date before March 5, 2024
  • Acquisition Date on March 5, 2024
  • Item Classes beadwork
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3660/0040

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