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Window hanging (Valance)
1949-1955
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1955.0652.001 C
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1955.0652.001 C
Object Name
Window hanging (Valance)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This valance was probably made at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
Europe or North America
Secondary Origin Notes
This fabric was probably woven in the 20th century in Europe or North America. Previously attributed to England, 1750 -1780
Date
1949-1955
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: upper right, pinned on tag
Inscription: "56.562.1 c / Portsmouth Rm / Jan-Jun" (in graphite)
Type: Label
Location: upper right, twill tape
Inscription: "SEASON 1 3" (stamped in red)
Type: Label
Location: upper right, cloth
Inscription: "PORTSMOUTH ROOM -3 T / valance / Jan-Feb-Mar / July-Aug-Sept" (typed)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Silk
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
Dimensions (inches)
45.25 (W) x 11.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
114.935 (W) x 29.21 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall.