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Fragments

Object Details

Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
Printed in red on white ground with a design of peacocks and pea hens, back-to-back, in a staight repeat. Birds perch on ornate rococo scrolls and are surrounded by lush foliage and fruit.
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Date
ca. 1800
Credit Line
Gift of Harvey Smith
Medium
Medium: cotton Technique: printed by engraved roller on plain weave
Dimensions
Repeat H: 41.9 cm (16 1/2 in.)
Type
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Fragments
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