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James Alexander

Coverlet,

Maker

  • James Alexander

Title

Coverlet

Medium

linen, wool

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • Linen and wool doublecloth

Techniques

  • Linen and wool doublecloth

Dimensions

Length: 246.4 cm (97 inches)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Agriculture & Manufactures are the Foundation of our Independence.July 4, 1828.Caroline Row.Flax spun on farm.

Place

Place Made: Dutchess County; Place Made: New York

Type

  • Textiles

Credit

Bequest of Mrs. Elizabeth C. Story

Object Number

15.110

Coverlet

Selected Works

A World of Costume and Textiles

A Handbook of the Collection

Agriculture & Manufactures are the Foundation of our Independence.July 4, 1828.Caroline Row.Flax spun on farm.

Place Made: Dutchess County; Place Made: New York

Publications

Selected Works

A World of Costume and Textiles

A Handbook of the Collection

Exhibition History

Keeping Warm

December 5, 1980 - January 25, 1981
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