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DOILIES

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

Set of seven large, four medium and four small matching doilies or mats. The mats are embroidered in a checkerboard pattern. Inset filet work is placed at each corner of the check pattern on the large and small mats; drawnwork is placed at each corner on the medium mats. The outer, scalloped edged is finished with a buttonhole stitch.

Object name:
DOILIES
Made from:
Linen
Size:
Dia. 11 1/2 in. (large); Dia. 10 1/4 in. (medium); Dia. 8 in. (small)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
45.287.1-15
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973