ALENCON MACHINE-MADE COTTON RUNNER

Object/Artifact

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Homestead Museum

Name/Title

ALENCON MACHINE-MADE COTTON RUNNER

Entry/Object ID

98.46.1.1

Description

Color: White An Alencon machine-made cotton runner, ca. 1920s. The ecru colored piece has intricate patterns of vine-like leaves and flowers throughout and, at the ends, pairs of winged animals, like a Pegasus or dragon. Without any signs of wear or damage, the object is in good condition.

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Search Terms

Three-dimensional, Runners (furniture coverings), Household linens, Runners (Household linens)

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Runners (Furniture Coverings)