Remnant of the Fly (door flap) to George Washington's Sleeping Tent
Remnant of the Fly (door flap) to George Washington's Sleeping Tent
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- Description
- Somewhat tattered remnant of the fly (door flap) to George Washington's sleeping tent. Undyed linen; the main fabric is a herringbone twill weave (single ply, Z-twist), the facing is plain weave linen. The sewing thread is 2-ply, S-twist linen. The attached cordage is made of 2-ply yarns, perhaps ramie? There are many large holes, and a piece was cut out at some point in its history (perhaps as family relics?) 69 5/8" L x 59" W.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Object Name
- Tent Flap, George Washington
- date made
- ca. 1775
- user
- Washington, George
- Physical Description
- linen (overall material)
- twill weave; plain weave (overall production method/technique)
- Measurements
- overall: 69 19/32 in x 59 in; 176.784 cm x 149.86 cm
- ID Number
- TE.H092552.000
- catalog number
- H092552.000
- accession number
- 13152
- Credit Line
- The George Washington Collection; Mt. Vernon Ladies Association
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- Cultural and Community Life: Textiles
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
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