Book of Woven Coverlet Designs (Draft) by Daniel Stephenson

Book of Woven Coverlet Designs (Draft) 1839

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ink paper printed

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book

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woodcut effect

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incomplete sketchy

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textile

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paper

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chalky texture

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linocut print

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united-states

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imprinted textile

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"Book of Woven Coverlet Designs (Draft)" is a draft of a coverlet design book by American artist Daniel Stephenson (1823-1892). Dated 1839, the artwork contains detailed instructions and patterns for coverlets, including the "Rising Sun", "Quaker's Fancy", and "Tree Figure" designs. This artwork reveals the craftsmanship and artistry involved in creating traditional woven coverlets, providing insights into the techniques and aesthetics of the 19th-century textile arts. The artwork is housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.

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