Antique French Linen. One of the world’s oldest natural fibers, linen is up to two or three times stronger than cotton. It is even stronger when wet, yet it softens on repeated washings. A lint-free fabric, it is also perfect for drying glass, absorbing 20% or more of its weight in water. Crocheted with the original owners monogram, M V. Provence, Ca. 1910. Red check hand/dish towel (C908). Dimensions: 25” x 20.5”. Shipping: $8.