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Towel Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Towel Cover by Unknown Artist. The image shows a rectangular piece of fabric with fringed top and bottom edges. The fabric is light-colored with a darker border around the edges. There are two thick horizontal bands with decorative patterns at the top and bottom. The main section features a large decorative pattern with text and images. The text reads "INDEPENDENCE UNITED STATES AMERICA" and "WASHINGTON GEORGE PRESIDENT". There are also decorative images, including an eagle. The background of the image is dark. The fabric appears to be a commemorative textile, likely from the late 18th century.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1876
Medium
Linen, woven
Culture
American
Dimensions
323 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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