Wall Hanging

Collection Type

  • Textiles

Date

Twentieth century

GUSN

GUSN-356140

Description

Crewelwork wall hanging made by Louise Austin Chrimes. Embroidered image depicts a fantastical nature scene with a large tree, assorted flowers, and two small animals. Canvas fabric is attached to a wooden dowel for hanging.

Details

Descriptive Terms

wall hangings
crewelwork (technique)
wool (textile)
Hanging, Wall
Hanging, Wall

Additional Identification Number

TR2327.2

Maker

Chrimes, Louise Austin (Maker)

Location of Origin

Boston, Massachusetts

Dimensions

28 1/4 x 16 3/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Craig Green

Accession Number

2021.4.2

Related Items

Title Coin Purse Accession Number 2021.4.1

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