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Bed hanging

17th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Bed hanging
  • Date: 17th century
  • Culture: Italian
  • Medium: Drawnwork, linen
  • Dimensions: L. 142 x W. at top 69 inches
    360.7 x 175.3 cm
    L. 142 x W. at bottom 161 inches
    360.7 x 408.9 cm
  • Classification: Textiles-Laces
  • Credit Line: Gift of Susan Dwight Bliss, 1956
  • Object Number: 56.160
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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