Preparing for Bed.
PrinterPrinted by
E.B. & E.C. Kellogg
American, 1840 - 1867
PublisherPublished by
E.B. & E.C. Kellogg
American, 1840 - 1867
PublisherPublished by
Phelps & Watson
American, 1859 - 1864
PublisherPublished by
F. P. Whiting
American, born 1840
Date1863-1864
MediumLithography; printer's ink and watercolor on wove paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 12 5/8 x 9 5/16in. (32.1 x 23.7cm)
Sheet (height x width): 15 15/16 x 12in. (40.5 x 30.5cm)
Sheet (height x width): 15 15/16 x 12in. (40.5 x 30.5cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Michael Shortell
DescriptionA woman stands with her back to the viewer, unfastening her shift or chemise with her right hand. In addition to this undergarment, she also wears a long striped skirt and a small cap. An upholstered chair is at the right. A necklace in a footed bowl and a glass are on a small table at the left. A bed with bed hangings is in the background. Patterned carpet is on the floor.
Object number2008.44.4
InscribedLithographed title beneath image, "PREPARING FOR BED. / 723."On verso, lower right, in pencil, accession number.
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