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Flea Market Item 26-322
Flea Market Item 26-322
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Vintage Hand-Embroidered Baby Linen Case – Duck & Pram
A very sweet vintage hand-embroidered baby linen case or nursery pouch, made from fine white cotton and decorated with a wonderfully cheerful mother duck pushing two little ducklings in a pram.
The embroidery is worked in bright cobalt blue, golden yellow, brown and green, with charmingly naïve hand stitching that gives the piece plenty of personality.
The shaped flap is finished with blue blanket stitching, and lifts to reveal a simple fabric pocket beneath.
Pieces like this were often made to hold baby handkerchiefs, bibs, small nursery linens or other little necessities, and were popular handmade gifts for a new baby. The design and strong primary colours have a particularly appealing mid-century feel.
Date: approximately 1940s
Size: approximately 19–20 cm wide × 10 cm high when closed.
Condition: Good vintage condition with some light age marks, faint staining and creasing, all consistent with its age and handmade nature. The embroidery remains bright and lively.
