Embroidered colcha

NameEmbroidered bedspread

Maker Rebecca Salsbury James (1891–1968)

Datemid 1900s

Place madeTaos, New Mexico, United States, North America

MediumTextile, linen & wool.

Dimensions89 3/8 × 104 3/4 in. (227 × 266 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, Gift of Mrs. Tom Benrimo, A.1964.70.1

Object numberA.1964.70.1

DescriptionColcha embroidery. This piece was hung in May 19-Sept. 8, 1963 exhibition at the Museum of International Folk Art. The central motif is a wreath of flowers (each with heart center) and leaves. Triangular designs of flowers and leaves in each of 4 corners inside brown border for top of bed. Scalloped embroidery on edges of birds, flowers and leaves. Corners large leaves and cocks. Part for covering pillows has separate design.

Exhibited in MFA "Rebecca Salsbury James-A Modern Artist and her legacy" 11/26/91-4/26/92