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Slip cover
1820-1830
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Cotton
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1969.3205
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.3205
Object Name
Slip cover
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Origin Notes
This textile was printed in England, c. 1825.
Date
1820-1830
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: LAbel
Location: Pinned on red tag
Inscription: "dr 54 / T3(242) / 69.3205" [over] "T3(242)" (graphite, ink)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Cotton
- Linen
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Roller printed
Dimensions (inches)
27.5 (W) x 20 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
69.85 (W) x 50.8 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements are approximate due to the inherent variability of textiles.
Vertical design repeat: 12.5 inches
Horizontal design repeat: not applicable
Selvedge width: not applicable
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Thesis: Sykas, Philip Anthony. 10//2000 Material Evidence: Nineteenth Century Calico Printers' Pattern Books. 275-343 Ph.D. The Manchester Metropolitan University Department of Textiles/Fashion
• Information on roller and cylinder printing, pp. 276-312