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Cynthia’s Antique & Vintage Linens
This pretty antique white cotton lawn layover pillow sham would have been part of a pair. It is embroidered in traditional, old red turkey redwork thread and reads "I woke and found that life was duty". This was a popular sentiment in the late 19th century because these shams were, and still are, in demand. The now-lost companion sham would have read "I slept and drempt that life was beauty." It measures 30x28". The thread has aged to a soft red, there is some slight wear and a few scattered holes, but the sham is in basically excellent condition. c.1875-1910. Stock 10208. $46. Copyright 2008 Cynthia Cooper Contact: cynthia@antique-linens.com |
