Cover
19th century
Medium
Cover with floral design embroidered in colors.
Dimensions
207.6 × 142.5 cm (81 3/4 × 56 1/8 in.)
Classification
textile
Department
Textiles
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
28115
Art Historical Context
This exquisite 19th-century embroidered, measuring an impressive 207.6 × 142.5 cm, invites visitors to appreciate the artistry of everyday textiles from a bygone era. Featuring a vibrant floral design worked in colorful threads, it exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship typical of domestic needlework during the Victorian period. Likely intended as a bed cover or tablecloth, its generous scale suggests it adorned a prosperous household, transforming functional objects into decorative treasures. Embroidery, the medium here, was a prized skill in the 19th century, often practiced by women at h...
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...