Coverlet
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Coverlet

TitleCoverlet
Datefirst half 18th century 18th century
MediumSilk, metal thread, metal spangles
ClassificationTextiles-Embroidered
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of Titi Halle, 2007
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

Subjects: Botanical illustration

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“Coverlet” is a work of unattributed authorship, dated first half 18th century. It is executed in silk, metal thread, metal spangles and classified as textiles-embroidered. In this archive it sits within the botanical illustration tradition. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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