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Bed hanging (Valance)
1938-1955
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Cotton
- Wool
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1955.0749.012
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1955.0749.012
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 1730-1770, this needlework was probably executed in America in the 18th century.
Date
1938-1955
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, fabric label
Inscription: "BELLE ISLE ROOM - 2A / Top Front Valance / July-Aug-Sept." (typed)
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "55.749.12 / WILLIAMS RM. / OCT-MAR" (graphite)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Cotton
- Wool
- Silk
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Embroidered
- Crewelwork
Dimensions (inches)
10.75 (H) x 56.25 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
27.3 (H) x 142.875 (W)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall