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Coverlet and Carpet Weaving

John T. Reading

National Gallery of Art

Three men are standing outside a brick building with a sign that reads "COVERLET & CARPET WEAVING." The man in the center is dressed formally in a dark suit and long coat, holding a hat. The other two men are wearing vests over light-colored shirts and hats, with one appearing to hold a bundle of woven goods. The setting is industrial or commercial, with stacked goods and an unpaved ground surface. The background includes the brick building with shuttered windows and a wooden gate nearby.

Artwork Details

Date
1870s
Medium
albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)
Dimensions
4963 × 8163 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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