Fragment of Copperplate Printed Linen with "America Doing Homage to France" Design

Cleveland Museum of Art

Red and white fabric with a printed design. The fabric is rectangular with rough, torn edges. The design depicts a scene in reddish-brown on a white background. Several people appear in the scene. One woman wearing a long dress and a crown-like object on her head stands on the left. A man in a headdress and draped clothing stands beside her. On the left, a nude figure crouches beside a flag on a pole. A figure wearing a helmet and armor sits on the ground on the right. Other elements in the scene include: palm trees; plants; a horse; a winged figure on clouds; a ship; buildings; and a rocky cliff. The fabric appears to be linen, with a visible weave pattern.