Tote Bag Designed by Sheila Bridges, 2021
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Sheila Bridges' Harlem Toile de Jouy pattern is a singular example of a historical design that has been successfully reimagined and speaks to Americans in the 21st century. Originally designed in 2007, the pattern featuring African Americans engaged in leisurely activities has morphed from a wallpaper design to appearing on a variety of objects, from clothing to dinnerware, both high style and vernacular.
Sheila Bridges' Harlem Toile de Jouy pattern is a singular example of a historical design that has been successfully reimagined and speaks to Americans in the 21st century. Originally designed in 2007, the pattern featuring African Americans engaged in leisurely activities has morphed from a wallpaper design to appearing on a variety of objects, from clothing to dinnerware, both high style and vernacular.
Artifact
Tote bag
Date Made
2021
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Designed by Sheila Bridges, made in China and distributed by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, New York.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2022.74.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cotton (Textile)
Canvas
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 28 in (Including handles)
Width: 13.75 in
Length: 2.5 in
Inscriptions
front of tag on inside, right of tote bag: THE / MET back of tag on inside, right of tote bag: SHEILA BRIDGES / home TM front of tag on inside, right of tote bag: 100% COTTON / MADE IN CHINA / (C) MMA
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