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On Display: House - Newport Room
Cushion (Mattress)
1947-1969
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Wool
- Cotton
- Linen
Museum Object Number
1969.5523
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1969.5523
Object Name
Cushion (Mattress)
Category
Textiles (Furnishing)
Place of Origin
Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Origin Notes
This slip cover was probably made at Winterthur or in New York City.
Secondary Place of Origin
Europe
Secondary Origin Notes
This fabric was probably made in Europe between 1700 and 1800.
Date
1947-1969
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Label
Location: Reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: “66.777” / Crossed out: “TAPPAHANNOCK / HALL / OCT – MAR” (in graphite) ;;
Type: Label
Location: Reverse, twill tape label
Inscription: “SEASON 124” (stamped in red)
Type: Inscription
Location: Reverse, on center
Inscription: “SAA TAPPAHANNOCK HALL / APR – JUNE / OCT NOV DEC” (in blue ink)
Type: Label
Location: Reverse, pinned on tag
Inscription: "1969.5523 / cushion / 1966.0777 /daybed" (in graphite)
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Wool
- Cotton
- Linen
Techniques
- Glazed
- Appliqued
- Woven (plain)
Dimensions (inches)
1.5 (H) x 21 (W) x 61 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
4 (H) x 53 (W) x 155 (L)
Measurement Notes
Measurements overall, including fringe