Pair of Needlework Bed Hangings

Cleveland Museum of Art

Pair of Needlework Bed Hangings by an unknown artist. Two long, narrow, rectangular pieces of fabric with intricate designs and patterns. The fabric is beige with a multicolored floral pattern in shades of red, blue, green, and pink. The design features symmetrical floral arrangements with curved lines and shapes. Each piece has a central oval motif with a scene of people, surrounded by foliage and flowers. The borders are ornate with repeating patterns of leaves and flowers. The two pieces are identical in design but not identical in execution. They are displayed side by side against a plain white background.