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Object Name
Pillow Cover
Object Number
1970-17-4
Description
Piece of fabric - design repeated twice. Blue background with several historical scenes. In center is Columbus discoverign America. Underneath "Souvenir of/Columbus Exposition/Chicago" "1492" and "1892" on either side of center scene. Image of large sailing vessel, Indians, bust of Columbus, image of Revolutionary solider, and two shields around outer edge of fabric. Void areas filled with floral vines. Two long ends selvage while two short sides appear to have been cut.
Category
Furnishings
Maker
Date Made
1892
Dimensions
51" long x 27 1/2" wide
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