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Bedhanging

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pink fabric with a purple border and black floral designs. The fabric is rectangular and appears to be divided into two sections, with a vertical line of small tassels or fringe down the center. The background behind the fabric is gray. The fabric, titled "Bedhanging", is by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1770
Medium:
Linen embroidered with crewel wool
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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