“Bedcover” (16th century) 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.

Bedcover

Bedcover

TitleBedcover
Date16th century
MediumMedium: linen foundation, flax embroidery thread Technique: embroidered on plain weave
Classificationembroidery & stitching
OriginPortugal Portugal
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Phyllis Henriquez Hecht Gammon and Edward Henriquez Hecht in memory of Mrs. Anita Henriquez Hecht and museum purchase through bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

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Updated 2026-09-06