Towel
Object number97.97.9
Datec. 1960
Mediumcotton(?); linen(?)
Credit LineGift of Christine Sheckler Koza
DescriptionWhite diaper-weave towel. Selvage edge on either side and hemmed at the other two ends. Center red woven band.Dimensions26.25 x 19.5 in. (66.7 x 49.5 cm)InscriptionsCenter red woven band reads "Opera" at one end.
"WES" in pen near one corner.
Historical NotesUsed by Dr. W. E. Sheckler, a small animal veterinarian in practice in Pittsburgh from the 1920s until his death in 1978. He made house calls along Fifth Avenue, had clients from all walks of life, served as vet for the Pittsburgh Zoo, was affiliated with the Western Pennsylvania Kennel Association, Animal Friends, and the Animal Rescue League.
Previous owner
Dr. W. E. Sheckler
(died 1978)
Related institution
Pittsburgh Zoo
Related institution
Western Pennsylvania Kennel Association
Related institution
Animal Friends
Related institution
Animal Rescue League
Terms
On View
On view
1995-1996
Esther Pollock
1847-1969