Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Coverlet
Object Number:
1942.423
Date:
1825-1850
Medium:
Wool, cotton
Dimensions:
Overall: 96 x 73 1/4 x 1/4 in. ( 243.8 x 186.1 x 0.6 cm )
Description:
Blue wool and white cotton double-woven coverlet composed of two vertical sections hand-sewn together; repeated pattern of cruciform blocks enclosed in rounded frames, with triple band of lozenges bordering on two long sides.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, the design of this coverlet is a variation of the Whig Rose pattern.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Harriet M. Richards
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
