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Coverlet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark blue and white coverlet with floral pattern. The coverlet has a repeating pattern of white flowers and leaves on a dark blue background. The flowers are roses and other types. The leaves are various shapes. Small white stars are scattered throughout the design. A border around the edge features a repeating pattern of horses, trees, and geometric shapes. In the bottom corners, there is white text on a dark blue background that reads "BELLA BUDD SOUTH LEES".

Artwork Details

Date
1833
Medium
Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven
Culture
American
Dimensions
540 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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