Decoration
Acadian House Museum
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| Object Name: | Decoration |
|---|---|
| Category: | Decorative Furnishings |
| Material: | linen ? thread. |
| Accession Number: | 2021.9.1 |
| Culture: | Acadian ? |
| Earliest Production Date: | 1800-01-01 |
| Latest Production Date: | 2000-12-31 |
| Description: | White rectangular decoration for use around the home and furnishings. Contains a decorative pattern around the outside edge; semi-circle shaped. In the centre on one side there is an embroidered image of a brown woven basket with purple and white flowers inside. |
| History of Use: | From the start of time people have been using things to decorate their home. However, it wasn't until the 18th century that luxury and ornate decor items became available for use in everyone's home. In the 19th century these items became mass produced, and therefore were even easier to obtain. Often, decorations were used to mark class distinctions and showcase the home owner's wealth. |
| Length: | 89.1 cm |
| Width: | 31.1 cm |
| Institution: | Acadian House Museum |
| Institution City: | West Chezzetcook |
| Institution Province: | Nova Scotia |