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Bed hanging (Valance)
1940-1952
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Cotton
- Wool
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1952.0326.004
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1952.0326.004
Object Name
Bed hanging (Valance)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This bed hanging was probably modified for 20th century use at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
United States; North America
Secondary Origin Notes
This embroidered linen/cotton fabric was probably woven in the United States between 1850-1900 and embroidered between 1870-1950.
Date
1940-1952
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse top corner, fabric tag
Inscription: "HARDENBERGH BEDROOM / TOP BED VALANCE / 52,326.4" (typed)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Cotton
- Wool
- Linen
Techniques
- Woven (twill)
- Embroidered
- Crewelwork
Dimensions (inches)
7.875 (H) x 192.5 (W)
Dimensions (centimeters)
20 (H) x 488.95 (W)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall