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1955.0749.002, 1955.0749.005, 1955.0749.007 Bed Hanging, Headcloth, Valance, detail 1
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Bed hanging (Valance)
1938-1955
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Wool
Museum Object Number
1955.0749.007
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1955.0749.007
Object Name
Bed 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
United States; North America
Secondary Origin Notes
Previously dated 1730-1790, this needlework was probably executed in America in the 18th century.
Date
1938-1955
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "55.749.7" (graphite)
Type: label
Location: Reverse, twill tape tag
Inscription: "BELLE ISLE - 2A/Top Bed Valance/Set #2-April, May, June" (typed)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Wool
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Embroidered
- Crewelwork
Dimensions (inches)
84 (H) x 11.5 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
213.36 (H) x 29.21 (W)