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Attributed to James Alexander

Coverlet, 1828

Description

Maker

  • Attributed to James Alexander, 1770-1870, American

Title

Coverlet

Year

1828

Medium

Linen and wool doublecloth

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • linen,
  • wool

Techniques

  • jacquard loom woven,
  • jacquard-woven,
  • jacquard woven,
  • double-woven

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

Dutchess County; New York

Type

  • Textiles

Credit

Bequest of Mrs. Elizabeth C. Story

Object Number

15.110

Projects & Publications

Publications

Selected Works

A World of Costume and Textiles

A Handbook of the Collection

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Keeping Warm

December 5, 1980 - January 25, 1981

Use

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