New York / 1855
Coverlet
Look closely at Coverlet. Detail of a textile with an intricate red and white floral border and a central pattern composed of floral motifs and birds.
What would you notice if you had a full minute with this object? The Art Institute dates Coverlet to 1855.
A CLOSER LOOK
United States, New York made this textile. The museum dates it 1855.
The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.
FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
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