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Bed hanging (Canopy)
1929-1965
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Wool
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1965.2512.005
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1965.2512.005
Object Name
Bed hanging (Canopy)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Origin Notes
This bed hanging was probably made at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
United States; North America
Secondary Origin Notes
Per previous cataloger, the embroidered fabric was made between 1740-1800.
Date
1929-1965
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "65.2512.5" (graphite)
Type: Label
Location: reverse, twill tape label
Inscription: "SEASON 4" (stamped in red); "WALNUT/ROOM" (in black ink)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Wool
- Linen
Techniques
- Embroidered
- Crewelwork
- Woven (plain)
Dimensions (inches)
11.5 (H) x 52 (W) x 28.5 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
29.21 (H) x 132.08 (W) x 72.39 (D)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall.