Textiles (Furnishing)
United States, North America
Europe
1930-1952
Silk
Woven (compound)
1952.0339
Object Number1952.0339 |
Window hanging (Pelmet)
Textiles (Furnishing)
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
United States, North America
This window hanging was probably made in New York City or at Winterthur, Delaware.
Europe
Previously attributed to France c. 1770, this fabric was probably made in Europe between 1775-1825.
1930-1952
Silk
Woven (compound)
39.5 (W)
100.33 (W)
Measurement is for the width of the window opening, as the hanging was inaccessible.
Text available soon.
[Book] Montgomery, Florence. 1984 Textiles in America, 1650-1870.
• Definition of drouget: p. 225-226.