tea cosy, circa 1900

Historical information

From the trousseau of Lynn, Sam (Mrs). Samuel Lynn (1865-1949) was a farmer and grazier at Jarrahmond. Bred Clydesdales.

Significance

This item has aesthetic significance as an example of a hand-made item of the early 20th century.

Physical description

Lace worked tea cosy with thick wadding to help preserve heat. White thread on white linen with silk lining.

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