Parlor Throw
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Parlor Throw

TitleParlor Throw
ArtistAmerican, possibly Illinois
Datec. 1890 19th century
MediumPieced, embroidered and painted “crazy” quilt; dyed and printed silk plain, satin, pile and patterned weave fabrics and ribbons; silk and metallic embroidery threads; paint
Classificationneedlework - quilt
OriginIllinois Illinois
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of Jane and Dave Foulser
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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