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Upholstery Fabric

1930s-1940s (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Sample of upholstery fabric woven in wool and cotton, in two different shades of brown and cream. Animal-like shapes alternate with a geometric motif against a zig-zag.

Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
wool-cotton blend
Brief description
Upholstery for railways (Great Western Railways) in wool and cotton, Mary Barker, British, 1930s-1940s
Physical description
Sample of upholstery fabric woven in wool and cotton, in two different shades of brown and cream. Animal-like shapes alternate with a geometric motif against a zig-zag.
Dimensions
  • Width: 27cm
  • Length: 59cm
Production typeLimited edition
Credit line
Given by the East Sussex Guild of Weavers Spinners and Dyers on behalf of Mary Barker
Production
Reason For Production: Commission
Collection
Accession number
T.158-2000

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Record createdJanuary 30, 2001
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