New England or New York; United States; North America
Materials
Cotton
Museum Object Number
2008.0005
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase with funds provided by the Henry Francis du Pont Collectors Circle.
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Object Number
2008.0005
Object Name
Bedcover (Bedspread)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
New England or New York; United States; North America
Date
1775-1825
Materials
Cotton
Techniques
Stamped
Construction Description
Hand-stitched
Dimensions (inches)
78.75 (W) x 92 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
200.025 (W) x 233.68 (L)
Measurement Notes
The length does not inclde 4" netted fringe that extends across the bottom edge.
Block measurements:
vase of flowers 9" x 5.75"
bird 1.5" X.2.5"
floral sprays 3.5" X 4.25"
rose motifs within the stars approx.4.25" in diameter