Bedcover with appliqued crewel embroidery motifs 1760

This 18th-century "Bedcover with Appliqued Crewel Embroidery Motifs" from the Cabot family is a testament to the artistry of home needlework. Crafted in 1760, the bedcover features a delicate design of blue and white floral motifs, meticulously appliqued and embroidered on a beige linen ground. The repeated pattern of intertwining vines and blossoms creates a sense of both formality and domesticity, reflecting the values of the period. The bedcover, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the craft traditions and aesthetic preferences of the 18th-century American home.