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Window hanging (Pelmet)
1934-1957
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Silk
- Wood
- Linen
- Cotton
Museum Object Number
1957.1347.002 C
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1957.1347.002 C
Object Name
Window hanging (Pelmet)
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 circa 1700, this fabric was probably made in Europe between 1725 and 1775.
Date
1934-1957
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Reverse, cloth label
Inscription: "RED MARLBORO / 5 Vals / Jan - Feb - Mar" (typed)
Type: Label
Location: Reverse, twill tape label
Inscription: "SEASON 1" (stamped in red)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Silk
- Wood
- Linen
- Cotton
Techniques
- Woven (compound)
Dimensions (inches)
51 (W) x 4 (D) x 16 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
129.54 (W) x 10.16 (D) x 40.64 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall