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Cushion (Mattress)
1949-1969
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Paint
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1969.4652
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.4652
Object Name
Cushion (Mattress)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This cushion was probably made at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
France; Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
Per previous cataloger, this fabric was made in France between 1750-1775.
Date
1949-1969
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: recto: "69.4652" verso: "Portsmouth / from Rt / (57.981) / 69.4652 / JULY-DEC" (graphite)
Type: Label
Location: twill tape label
Inscription: "SEASON 2 4" (stamped in red)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Silk
- Paint
- Linen
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Painted
Dimensions (inches)
63.75 (W) x 19.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
161.925 (W) x 49.53 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall