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Printed cotton: inauguration of President Jackson
American
About 1829–30
Object Place: USA
Medium/Technique
Printed cotton
Dimensions
49 x 79 cm (19 5/16 x 31 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number51.530
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionFragment of pinkish red printed cotton commemorating the election of Andrew Jackson to the presidency. One selvedge present and one and a half repeats of design. Design: bust of Jackson in medallion with inscription "Magnanimous in Peace/Victorious in War"; around medallion: "President of the United States from March 4th, 1829 to - . Supreme Commander of the Army and Navy." Ground filled with busts of prior presidents, and eagles floating against a cloud-strewn sky.