pillow shams, first half 20th century

Significance

This item is an example of a handcrafted item and reflects the needlework skills of women in the early to mid 20th century. Embroidery was an affordable way to personalise and add aesthetic value to domestic linen and examples of embroidered and crocheted pieces could be found in most Australian homes,

Physical description

One pair of hand embroidered white linen pillow shams. Crocheted edge. Decorated with embroidered flowers in assorted colours.

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