Woven Tied Beiderwand Coverlet

Date1844 (dated)

Artist/Maker M. K.

Artist/Maker Michael Kaufman (1806-1846)

OriginAmerica, Pennsylvania, Bucks County, Springfield

MediumWarp and weft: Cotton; Supplementary weft: Wool

DimensionsW: 88" x L: 98" with fringe

Credit LineGift of Naomi and Paul Knox

Object number1999.609.3

DescriptionThis is a rectangular bed coverlet woven in tied beiderwand weave in red, green and blue wool yarns with natural-color cotton and fine blue binding threads. The cover is constructed from two panels that have been sewn together to form a center seam. The piece has fringe on three sides, which partially extends to the fourth side. This fringe is a separate woven piece stitched to the finished edges of the coverlet. The centerfield consists of stylized floral and star medallions. The coverlet has a rose and leaf border with corner blocks in the lower two corners. Both of these blocks have the inscription "M.K./SPRINGFI/ELD:TO./BUCKS:CO/1844."
Markings"M. K./SPRINGFI/ELD: TO./BUCKS:CO./1844."
ProvenancePurchased by donors approximately 30 years ago.