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Wholecloth whitework quilt

J. Wright

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White quilt with intricate circular pattern in the center and dense feather-like stitching throughout. The quilt has a square shape with a protruding bottom section, resembling a handle. The fabric appears wrinkled and has loose threads along the bottom edges. The background is dark brown. Wholecloth whitework quilt by J. Wright.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1815
Medium
Quilted cotton
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 560 px
Public Domain
Yes
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