Collection Highlights
The Indian: The Dying Chief Contemplating the Progress of Civilization
1856
1875.4
White marble and wood
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Coverlet
Object name
Coverlet
Date
1850-1875
Medium
Cotton
Dimensions
Overall: 83 x 76 1/2 x 1/4 in. ( 210.8 x 194.3 x 0.6 cm )
Description
Pink and white double-cloth coverlet with woven pattern of floral medallions; large oval medallion at center with wreath of roses and thistles centering a bunch of leaves, with smaller medallions, each with a wreath of roses and thistles centering a diamond, surrounding it; wide border with pattern of small oval rings on four sides.
Object Number
INV.14632
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
