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Embroidered Arms of the family of Huntington Strong

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Embroidered Arms of the family of Huntington Strong, Gray embroidered design on dark gray background, Inside a gray frame with border pattern, Outside a white square with a black background. Inside the frame, the embroidery consists of a shield divided into sections. There are two curved creatures on either side of the shield, and foliage fills in the background. The frame rests on top of a white square background. The photo is in black and white. The picture is diamond shaped.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1765
Medium
Silk embroidered with silk, metallic threads, and beads
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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