Bed Covering
EmbroidererAttributed to
Elizabeth Mason
American, 1759 - 1835
Date1780
MediumLinen, wool, cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 100 x 96in. (254 x 243.8cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionCrewel embroidered linen bed covering comprised of three panels. Rounded lower corners. Embroidered with multi-colored flowers, birds, a woman and a cat. At top is embroidered "Betsy Mason 1780" in black and brown. Other shades of wool include pink, yellow, blue, and gold. Ground is undyed, plain weave linen. Backing is of a brown and cream plain weave linen. Bound with red, blue, and cream stripped cotton. Quilt design of diamonds.
Object number2011.504.0
InscribedStitched in wool on linen towards center top: "betsy mason 1780"On View
Not on view
