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Slip cover
1951-1952
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New York; New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1969.8263
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.8263
Object Name
Slip cover
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New York; New York; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This slip cover was probably made in New York City between 1951 and 1952.
Secondary Place of Origin
Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
Previously attributed to Europe between 1775 and 1800, this fabric was probably made in Europe between 1830 and 1900.
Date
1951-1952
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Fabric label sewn on reverse
Inscription: "EMPIRE ROOM-wall / CHIPPENDALE SOFA / - slip cover -" (typed)
Type: Label
Location: Pinned on red tag
Inscription: "51.6" [over] "51.6" (black ink)
Type: Label
Location: Pinned on tag
Inscription: "2010IMLSRB / .0156.001 (crossed out)" [over] "1969.8263" (graphite)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Silk
- Linen
Techniques
- Woven (damask)
Dimensions (inches)
135 (W) x 62.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
342.9 (W) x 158.75 (L)
Measurement Notes
Design repeat is 13 inches high. Selvage width is approximately 24.5 inches.