//
For internal use only
1955.0796 bedstead with quilt 1955.0662.003 and bedhangings 1955.0662 view 1
On Display: House - Sheraton Room
Quilt (Wholecloth quilt)
1750-1800
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Wool
Museum Object Number
1955.0662.003
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
Share Object
Complete Details
Object Number
1955.0662.003
Object Name
Quilt (Wholecloth quilt)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Origin Notes
This quilt was probably made in America.
Secondary Place of Origin
Probably England; United Kingdom; Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
The wool fabric was probably made in England between 1750-1800.
Date
1750-1800
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "55.662.3 / SHERATON RM / JUL - DEC"
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Wool
Techniques
- Quilted
- Woven (plain)
Construction Description
Hand sewn
Dimensions (inches)
102.75 (W) x 101.25 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
260.985 (W) x 257.175 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall, taken at outer edge