Collection Highlights
Cake board
Date:
1825-1835
Object Number:
1937.1562
Medium:
Wood (possibly mahogany)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Tablecloth: Washington images
Object Number:
1941.651
Date:
1941
Medium:
Rayon
Dimensions:
Overall: 52 3/4 x 49 1/2 in. ( 134 x 125.7 cm )
Description:
Rayon printed tablecloth with a cross-stitch pattern showing scenes and events of early American life in two rectangles, including: Paul Revere's ride, George Washington cutting down the cherry tree and an equestian portrait, Betsy Ross sewing the flag, the Pilgrims arriving at Plymouth, ect.; borders of candlesticks and log cabins; printed in red, blue, yellow and green on a white ground.
Credit Line:
Gift of Leacock & Co., Inc.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
