Textile
1900â1910
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Accession Number
1953-107-2
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This vibrant textile, produced by Claflin's Incan American company founded in 1843dates to the early 1900s (1900–1910) and exemplifies the ingenuity of the era's burgeoning textile industry.oused in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection classified as a printed, dyed, and painted, it showcases the sophisticated techniques that blended artistry with industrial precision. Though the specific medium remains under study (research in progress), such pieces were often used for home furnishings, apparel, or decorative panels, reflecting America's shift from handmade crafts to mechanized pro...