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Bedcover (Bedspread)
1770-1820
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Linen
- Wool
Museum Object Number
1965.2504
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1965.2504
Object Name
Bedcover (Bedspread)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New England; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This was originally catalogued as possibly originating from Massachusetts, but the design is far more characteristic of Connecticut.
Date
1770-1820
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: lower left
Inscription: typed black ink "Hampton Bed Room Spread 65.2504"
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Linen
- Wool
Techniques
- Embroidered
- Crewelwork
Construction Description
Hand-stitched
Dimensions (inches)
65.25 (W) x 101.25 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
165.735 (W) x 257.175 (L)