Textile, indigo resist

Date1750-1775

MediumCotton, block printed and resist dyed.

Dimensions62 1/2" X 84" (plus 7" linen extension)
Repeat: 29"; 56 warps per inch; 52 wefts per inch.

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1961-58

DescriptionRectangular panel made of multiple patches of indigo resist textile in a pattern of pheasants facing to the right, perched on undulating gnarled branches amid large "Pineapple" flowers, pods, and leaves. Resist-dyed in 2 shades of blue on white. The panel has a modern white linen lining that extends seven inches beyond the top.Label TextThis type of printing using resist paste was usually called "paste work" in the period.ProvenancePurchased from Connecticut dealer.