This is a rare and beautiful hand embroidered show towel. Commonly made by Dutch German girls in Pennsylvania in the 1800s. The name on top is Eliza Bowman. It is over 180 years old. There are some spots, but they seem to show more in the pictures than when actually looking at it.
This is a beautiful and truly one of a kind piece.
PLEASE NOTE: I am a novice collector and am just embarking on liquidating my parents 45 year collection of antiques. I do my best to describe each item but do not have the expertise to list specific flaws or issues. Please examine the photos for details. Please know everything I sell is “as is”. I do not accept returns.