Towel (Denmark), 1824

Long vertical towel of undyed linen with three broad bands of embroidery and drawn work in white linen thread in symmetrical designs. Motifs include: horsemen, floral forms, initials “M.O.D.” and 1824, lion and a female figure, and geometrical diaper pattern. Deep macramé border at lower end hand stitched onto linen strip. One plain cloth selvage.

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