Square Shawl
1840/45
Wool, double interlocking twill tapestry weave, woven in rectangular sections; attached "Harlequin" tabs: pieced twill weaves; embroidered in back and satin stitches; laid work and couching; warp fringe
205.6 × 195.3 cm (80.9 × 76.9 in)
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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026
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