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Panel of floral embroidery

Designer William Morris British
Probably by Catherine Holiday
ca. 1875–80
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Panel of floral embroidery
  • Designer: William Morris (British, Walthamstow, London 1834–1896 Hammersmith, London)
  • Maker: Probably by Catherine Holiday
  • Date: ca. 1875–80
  • Culture: British
  • Medium: Silk on silk; linen backing
  • Dimensions: H. 78 x W. 46 3/4 inches (198.1 x 118.7 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1972
  • Object Number: 1972.65
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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