Textile
19th century
Medium
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of John Pierpont Morgan
Accession Number
1902-1-798
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This captivating *Textile* from the 19th century invites visitors to explore the artistry of everyday materials in American life. Housed in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's Smithsonian Collection, it was generously gifted by John Pierpont Morgan, the famed financier and collector whose patronage enriched countless institutions. As a prime example of printed, dyed, and painted textiles, it reflects the era's blend of industrial innovation and handcrafted skill, when textile production boomed in the United States amid rapid urbanization and the rise of domestic manufacturing. The medium it...
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...