

Embroidered Show Towel
White rectangular fabric with embroidered designs, title "Embroidered Show Towel", artist unknown. The fabric is long and rectangular with frayed edges at the top and bottom. The top portion features a row of small cross-like designs and a central triangular shape. Below that are two rows of leaf-like patterns on either side of a central line. The middle section has several rows of various embroidered patterns. The bottom section features a repeating pattern of flowers and leaves. The fabric appears to be made of a lightweight material, possibly cotton or linen. It is displayed against a dark background.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1800–1850
- Medium
- Linen embroidered with silk and cotton
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 210 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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