Art Institute of Chicago
Handkerchief
Attributed to John Hewson (American, born England, 1744–1821) After Gilbert Stuart (American, 1755–1828)
- Date
- c. 1806
- Medium
- Cotton, plain weave; copperplate printed
- Culture
- United States
- Department
- Textiles
- Institution
- Art Institute of Chicago
This handkerchief commemorates George Washington (1732–1799) and includes his resignation speech from September 19, 1796. The figure of Washington is based on a painting of the president by Gilbert Stuart, which was commissioned by Senator William Bingham of Pennsylvania in 1796. Printed handkerchiefs of this period often record events and individuals, and they were often displayed rather than used. This handkerchief is attributed to the successful calico printer John Hewson of Philadelphia.
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