“Chintz” (1770s) 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.

Chintz

Chintz

TitleChintz
Date1770s 18th century
MediumMedium: cotton Technique: mordants for black, 2 reds and 2 purples applied by pen and brush: yellow and blue applied by brush, used together for green; chintz on plain weave
Classificationprinted, dyed & painted textiles
OriginIndia India
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Josephine Howell
RightsPublic domain (CC0)

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Updated 2026-09-05