

The image shows two long, narrow pieces of fabric with floral patterns. The fabric is beige with a wavy edge at both ends. The floral patterns feature red, yellow, pink, and black flowers, leaves, and stems. The background of the image is blue. The title of the artwork is "Valance". The artwork appears to be by an unknown artist. The two fabric pieces are placed one on top of the other, parallel to each other, and are centered in the image. The fabric has a torn and frayed appearance. The image is a photograph. The background is solid blue with no other objects. The two pieces have similar but not identical patterns. The top piece has a more symmetrical pattern. The bottom piece has a more random pattern.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1760–70
- Medium
- Linen embroidered with crewel wool
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 598 × 258 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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