Scarf, Table
Object number2009.53.4
Artist
Lucia Scarcella
Date1924
MediumLinen
Credit LineGift of Giovanna Ranii
DescriptionHandmade triangular linen table scarf.Dimensions19.75 x 11 in. (50.2 x 27.9 cm)Historical NotesSmall triangular piece made in 1924 when Lucia Scarcella's sister Jenny came from Italy and taught Lucia this technique. 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.
Related person
Jenny Scarcella
On View
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Rosalia Mazzotti
