Antique Layette Pin Cushion - circa 1780
A significantly rare and decorative Layette pin cushion for a mother to be, circa 1780-1820. With a thin cheese cloth stuffed with a dense floral/herb or straw stuffing, the outer cover is fine silk with a triple row of looped fringe tassles, silk bows and a lovely message in pins:
Fathers Hope!
Mothers Joy!
Welcome either,
Girl or boy.
There are further floral embellishments in pins above the message and on each corner.
Dimensions:
19cm x 19cm
Condition:
Some darkening and wear of the silk cover, with some small losses to the rear side. A rare survivor in lovely original condition, with similar examples in the V&A.
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