Printed Textiles: British and American Cottons and Linens

Printed Textiles: British and American Cottons and Linens, 1700–1850 by Linda Eaton

Winterthur Museum's richly illustrated history of British and American fabrics made or used from 1700-1850 is a visual reference for designers and a definitive contribution to textile studies. From slipcovers that belonged to George Washington, to bedhangings described by Harriet Beecher Stowe, Winterthur holds some of the finest cotton and linen textiles made or used in America and Britain. Printed Textiles is a major update to the classic text published by Winterthur in 1970—a sourcebook compiled by celebrated curator Florence Montgomery that detailed all aspects of the fabrics' lifespan, from their design and method of manufacture to their use and exchange value. Linda Eaton updates the classic with a particular focus on furnishing fabrics. With hundreds of beautifully photographed sample—engagingly contextualized with iconic figures in American history including Betsy Ross and Benjamin Franklin—this significant addition to textile scholarship allows for a full appreciation of these fascinating fabrics.

Hardcover. 8.8" x 11.35"; 384 pages.