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Lion and Beavers Hooked Rug [Object]
The presence of beavers in the pattern of this rug denotes Canadian influence as does the variety of fabrics used. The animals and flowers, however, are hooked in a raised...
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New England Gentleman [Object]
Among the most celebrated of American folk painters, John Brewster Jr. (1766-1854) was his own greatest creation. The son of a prominent doctor in Hampton, Connecticut, Brewster was born profoundly...
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Emma Thompson [Object]
Sturtevant J. Hamblen was born into a family of decorative painters in Maine. Three of his brothers listed themselves in business directories as ‘House, sign and fancy painters’ but Sturtevant...
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Flying Geese Quilt [Object]
This well-worn quilt must have been used a great deal during its lifetime. The fabrics are worn through in places, exposing the wadding between the layers. The colours of the...
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Uria Brunnichi [Object]
Uria Brunnichii. Plate CCXLV. (Thick-billed Murre: Uria lomvia) While in Boston, Audubon obtained this adult bird from Eastport, Maine, packed in ice; he described this specimen as being 'fresh and...
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Star Quilt [Object]
The delicate stars of this quilt have been pieced from diamonds cut from pink, cream, and brown patterned cotton. They have been beautifully framed by the sashing that runs between...
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Portrait of a Gentleman – Daniel Coker? [Object]
Joshua Johnson is considered to be the first significant African-American artist. He worked in Baltimore, Maryland, from 1796 to 1824. It is not known whether he received formal training as...
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January 20, 2021
American Museum & Gardens Director Richard Wendorf to retire at the end of the year
The Chairman of the American Museum & Gardens, Gareth Thomas, has announced that Richard Wendorf intends to retire as Director […]
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December 17, 2020
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