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Quilt (Wholecloth quilt)
1845-1855
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Cotton
Museum Object Number
1969.3824
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.3824
Object Name
Quilt (Wholecloth quilt)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Origin Notes
This quilt was made in the United States of fabric produced in England.
Secondary Place of Origin
England; United Kingdom; Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
This fabric was printed in England, c. 1850.
Date
1845-1855
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Pinned on tag
Inscription: "H3297E1" / " Essex or Wisteria hall/ stained"
Mark/Signature: No
Subject(s)
- American eagle
Materials
- Cotton
Techniques
- Quilted
- Woven (plain)
- Roller printed
- Mordant style
Construction Description
Hand-stitched
Dimensions (inches)
69.5 (W) x 96.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
176.53 (W) x 245.11 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements are approximate due to the inherent variability of textiles.
Vertical design repeat: 11.25 inches