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Counterpanes

Scope note

Term formerly used for a variety of bedcovers, especially those woven of cotton or wool; from the mid-19th century onwards generally replaced by the term "bedspreads."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000244358

Broader Terms used

bedcovers

Equivalent Terms used

counterpane

Created

13yrs ago

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