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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
Museum record:
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