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Quilt, calamanco

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red square quilt with a brown border, featuring an intricate floral pattern throughout. The quilt has a thick brown border around the edges, with a thin yellow stitching line along the perimeter. The red center of the quilt is made up of multiple rectangular sections, each with a repeating floral design. The brown border also features a floral design. The quilt is set against a gray background. Title: Quilt, calamanco. Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1775–1800
Medium:
Wool
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
578 × 624 px
Museum record:
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