Infant Blanket

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Mary Apthorp (American)

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Mary Bushnell (American, 1840 - 1917)

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Emily Cheney (American, 1864 - 1952)

Textile MakerMade by Unknown

Date1864

MediumHand-embroidered silk on wool

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 34 x 36in. (86.4 x 91.4cm)

ClassificationsTextiles

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Hope Colt and Mrs. Alexandra Preston

Object number1996.31.4

DescriptionInfant's blanket of cream-colored wool flannel, with scalloped edges covered with buttonhole stitches in cream-colored silk thread. Above the scallops is embroidered a leafy vine and leaf-like sprigs. The corners are embroidered with a spray of roses.

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