Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

Mat has an octagonal shape and is worked in wool thread. Very fine needlepoint is used in the center, a broad basketwork stitch is used in the middle, and a larger needlepoint is used at the edge. The colors are dark red, black, green and ivory. The central panel contains an eagle with outspread wings perched on a pedestal. The outer edge has an abstract design of a series of pointed and geometric arches. It is backed with a piece of plain moss green wool cloth.

Made from:

Needlework -- wool

Made in:

USA

Date made:

20th c.

Size:

22.5 x 27.9 cm (8 7/8 x 11 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

43.63

Class:

NEEDLEWORK

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973