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Carpet fragment

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Vertical-horizontal repeat of large stylized floral medallions in simplified angular arabesque framework. Dark orange, green, dark brown, and smaller areas of light brown. Closed selvage on each side. Rolled hem at top and bottom.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Date
19th century
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Harold Dean Cater
Medium
Medium: wool Technique: triple cloth
Dimensions
H x W: 188 × 87.6 cm (6 ft. 2 in. × 34 1/2 in.)
Type
woven textiles
Carpet fragment
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