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Chintz appliquéd quilt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan square quilt with a decorative border around the edges. The border is a repeating floral pattern with a blue background and pink and orange flowers. There is a large circle in the center of the quilt with a floral design. Four smaller circles are placed in the corners. The background of the quilt is tan, and there are small floral designs scattered throughout. The quilt appears to be made of fabric with a chintz appliqué design.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1820–30
Medium:
Cotton and linen
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 616 px
Museum record:
View original
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