Textile
ca. 1835
Medium
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Harold M. Bailey
Accession Number
1960-79-32-a,b
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This vibrant *Textile* from around 1835 exemplifies the craftsmanship of early 19th-century American fabric production. Created during the antebellum era, when textiles were essential for clothing, home furnishings, and trade, it reflects a time of growing industrialization in the U.S., blending handmade artistry with emerging printing technologies. Housed in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's Smithsonian Collection, this piece was generously gifted by Harold M., highlighting its value as a preserved artifact of everyday material culture. The medium—printed, dyed, and painted textiles—show...
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...