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Window hanging (Side curtain)
1941-1957
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Cotton
- Silk
Museum Object Number
1957.1293 A
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1957.1293 A
Object Name
Window hanging (Side curtain)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This window hanging was probably made at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
Previously dated 1760-1810, this fabric was probably made between 1790-1830. The embroidery appears to be an early 20th century revival addition.
Date
1941-1957
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "57.1293 a / Phila Bedrm. / Sept-Apr" (graphite)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Cotton
- Silk
Techniques
- Woven (plain)
- Embroidered
Dimensions (inches)
32.75 (W) x 49.5 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
83.185 (W) x 125.73 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements include trim