Woven Overshot Coverlet Panel by Unknown Maker

Date1830-1900

MediumCotton and wool

DimensionsOverall (H x W): 99 x 27 3/4in. (251.5 x 70.5cm)

Credit LineBequest of Mrs. Jason R. (Grace H.) Westerfield

Object number1974.609.19

DescriptionThis rectangular overshot coverlet panel is woven in blue and natural cotton and wool yarns with a geometric pattern. The design consists of squares bordered with rectangles, possibly a variation of the snowball pattern. The short ends are rolled hems, and the long ends are pressed back and stitched.
Label TextThe pattern of this coverlet is created by a supplementary weft floating or "overshooting" over a plain-weave ground. The patterns for overshot coverlets were geometric. Overshot woven coverlets were and continue to be popular because they could be produced on simpler four harness looms.
MarkingsNo marks or inscriptions
ProvenanceCollected by Grace H. Westerfield;
By bequest to CWF, 1974.