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Bed rug

N. L.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan and brown bed rug with floral design. The rug is square with curved sides. The background of the rug is tan. The design is made up of brown and darker brown floral patterns. The design includes circular shapes around the perimeter. Inside the circular shapes are floral designs. The center of the rug has a larger floral design. The design is symmetrical. The rug has a shaggy texture. The initials "N. L." are written in the upper center. The year "1796" is written in the upper center. The rug is on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
1796
Medium
Wool embroidered with wool
Culture
American
Dimensions
593 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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