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Kantha (Quilt)

Unknown19th century

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles, United States

  • Title: Kantha (Quilt)
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 19th century
  • Location: India, East Bengal (Modern Bangladesh)
  • Physical Dimensions: 78 1/2 x 55 1/2 in. (199.39 x 140.97 cm)
  • Medium: Cotton and wool thread embroidery on plain-weave cotton
  • Object Classification: Textiles
  • Full Title: Kantha (Quilt)
  • Curatorial Area: Costume and Textiles
  • Credit Line: Purchased with funds provided by Harry and Yvonne Lenart
  • Chronology: 1851-1900, 1801-1850
  • Artwork Accession Number: AC1994.131.1
Los Angeles County Museum of Art

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