Woven water-lily sample

Manufacturer Manufactured by Cheney Brothers American

1883–1900

Not on view

This sample is of Associated Artists’ silk brocade water-lily fabric in a second colorway. Little is known about the number of colors in which specific fabrics were produced. A few patterns were printed in numerous colors on a variety of ground fabrics. Other less popular designs may have been available in only one or two shades.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Woven water-lily sample
Designer: Associated Artists (1883–1907)
Manufacturer: Manufactured by Cheney Brothers (American, 1838–1955)
Date: 1883–1900
Geography: Made in Connecticut, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Silk, woven
Dimensions: 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 in. (22.2 x 29.2 cm)
Credit Line: Museum Accession
Object Number: X.447b
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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