Thimble (Kolmu) of fabric covered over layered paper trimmed along the edge in fuchsia yarns; starburst motif on one side and zig-zag stripe on the other side; made from remnants of fabric. During the Joseon Period (1392 - 1910 AD) sewing was an important part of a woman's life. Women would make these charming little thimbles out of left-over fabric. They would embroider symbols of good wishes onto them. The traditional way to make them was to cover the fabric over layered paper. They were so unique and special that they were often given as a gift to the mother-in-law.
Thimble (Kolmu) of fabric covered over layered paper trimmed along the edge in fuchsia fabric; starburst motif on one side and plant motif on the other side. During the Joseon Period (1392 - 1910 AD) sewing was an important part of a woman's life. Women would make these charming little thimbles out of left-over fabric. They would embroider symbols of good wishes onto them. The traditional way to make them was to cover the fabric over layered paper. They were so unique and special that they were often given as a gift to the mother-in-law.
Thimble (Kolmu) of fabric covered over layered paper trimmed along the edges with fuchsia yarns; starburst design on one side and Korean characters or symbols on the opposite side. During the Joseon Period (1392 - 1910 AD) sewing was an important part of a woman's life. Women would make these charming little thimbles out of left-over fabric. They would embroider symbols of good wishes onto them. The traditional way to make them was to cover the fabric over layered paper. They were so unique and special that they were often given as a gift to the mother-in-law.
Ironing Board of beige, red, pink, purple, and pale sage cotton in a large floral and plant print with areas of tiny squares resembling Shibori tie-dye technique; fabric covers a wooden rectangle and is backed on newsprint-style paper with Japanese characters (writing); top is cushioned; portable, small size.
Pair of Armrest Cushions of imperial yellow silk satin heavily embroidered with multi-colored silks of peony, lotus, endless knot, bat, swastika, and butterfly framed in consecutive squares of dark blue satin stitch; hexagonal shape; slit opening along seam; no fill.
Theatrical mask of carved wood with painted eyes, lips, and hair in red, black, grey, and white on a beige skin ground; eye holes and nostril holes; holds on sides for string; red cord.
Thimble (Kolmu) of fabric covered over layered paper trimmed along the edge in fuchsia yarns; one side has embroidered zig-zag design; other side has a starburst design. During the Joseon Period (1392 - 1910 AD) sewing was an important part of a woman's life. Women would make these charming little thimbles out of left-over fabric. They would embroider symbols of good wishes onto them. The traditional way to make them was to cover the fabric over layered paper. They were so unique and special that they were often given as a gift to the mother-in-law.
Tool for curling feathers (ostrich plumes in particular) of metal with black wood handle. To use: thumb holds feather against the curved edge as it is pulled to the ends.
Basket of hand-woven rattan embellished with opaque white seed beads, mirror-work, metal, small pieces of fabric and twine in an intricate, decorative geometric pattern; temple offering basket for special occasion/circumstances.
Tray Cover of ecru cotton tatted lace in an open-work design of mesh leaves and berries; center has two medallions with five leaves extending from a center circle surrounded by small circles (berries) and a band of two joined circles; outer edge features similar leaf motifs and berries; ground of open six-sided circles.
