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A close up photograph of an embroidered tapestry by May Morris features layered and overlapping scrolling foliate and floral motifs in a range of silk colors with many greens, blues, reds, pinks, and creams on a lighter blue / green woolen background.

May Morris and Intersectional Museum Exhibitions

A large fireplace dominates the room, with blackness from fires reaching the ceiling. The blackness stands out against the white walls of the rest of the room. In the foreground sits a long table with cauldrons, bowls, and baskets of fresh vegetables.

Living History: Museum Space and Active Sites

Image of price list sheet contains drawings of products from William Marples & Ltd., in Sheffield, England. Page features (from Left to Right, Top to Bottom): a T-square, drawing board, individual brass pocket compass, 60 degree set square, individual brass compass, set of 4 brass compasses, 45 degree set square, divider set, 9 instrument cases. None of which resemble my steel triangle square.

C is for Connoising, or, my inability to rest during spring break

View of a low-ceilinged room with gilded architectural accents and rich red carpet. Two long banquet tables are covered in white tablecloths and set with elaborate table settings, including buckets of champagne.

Reproduction Carpet Aboard the SS Great Britain

Ceramics: A More Complex Social History

The dressing gown described in the post is pictured on a mannequin against a gray backdrop. Front and back views of the robe are provided.

Getting to Know a Ghost

Photograph of Meissen Porcelain Bourdaloue with intricate painted floral decoration and gold dragon mounts. The dragon mounts and gold stand securely hold the porcelain bourdaloue.

Lant: The Forgotten Resource

A black rat stenciled over white painted background on a building. The words “BLECK LE RAT” appear stenciled below.

Rats, Paintball, and Breakdancing: Street Art in Bristol

A doll with pale face and blonde braids is laid on a tabletop wearing a light blue coat with two white buttons, matching blue cap and shoes, and white calf-high socks.

Analyzing a Doll through the Montgomery Method

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