Collection Online
Pin cushion
Medium
silk (velvet, satin), glass (beads), metal (beads), linen
Measurements
7.5 × 19.5 × 19.5 cm
Accession Number
CT18-1981
Department
Australian Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Presented by Mr. Maurice Clarke, 1981
This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of Professor AGL Shaw AO Bequest
Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Round violet silk velvet pincushion with scalloped edges. Eight cream, silver, gold and pearl coloured glass and metallic beaded flowers and leaves are embroidered in a loop on the upper surface. Scrolled cream and silver coloured beading is attached to the outside edge. Violet silk satin underside, with linen lining fabric beneath. Stuffing material is not visible.