Textile
1850–1900
Medium
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Shin'Ichiro Foujita
Accession Number
1975-51-4
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
This enchanting *Textile* from 1850–1900, now housed in the Smithsonian American Museum, exemplifies the artistry of printed, dyed, and painted fabrics during a transformative era. Created by an unknown maker, it reflects the 19th century's blend of traditional craftsmanship and emerging industrial influences, when textiles became both everyday essentials and symbols of cultural identity. Donated by Shin'Ichiro Foujita, a notable collector, this piece joins the Smithsonian Collection as a testament to global artistic exchange. The medium—printed, dyed, and painted textiles—highlights sophisti...
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...