“Bed hanging” (1730–70) is a public-domain (CC0) artwork, free to view, download and reuse for any purpose. It is catalogued from the open collection of Smithsonian Open Access.

Bed hanging

Bed hanging

TitleBed hanging
Date1730–70 18th century
MediumMedium: silk, metal-wrapped silk-core threads Technique: embroidery in satin and couching stitches on plain weave foundation
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginFrance France
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Anonymous Donor
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

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Updated 2026-09-06