Comforter
Object number2009.53.5
Artist
Lucia Scarcella
Date1921
MediumCotton
Credit LineGift of Giovanna Ranii
DescriptionHandmade child's comforter.Dimensions15 x 13.5 in. (38.1 x 34.3 cm)Historical NotesChild's comforter made by donor's mother Lucia Scarcella in 1921 for her first child (the donor, Giovanna Ranii). The donor's parents Giuseppe Ranii and Lucia Scarcella were both born in Santa Teresa Riva, Sicily. They were married on April 12, 1920. Lucia came to the United States in 1921 to meet her husband who had come earlier in the year. She brought some of these pieces with her. Lucia came through Ellis Island and took a train to Pittsburgh. The family settled in Blawnox. They had four children, the donor being the eldest followed by Carmelo, Vincenzo and Giorgio.
Previous owner
Giovanna Ranii
On View
Not on view
1930-1935
