Woven Doublecloth Coverlet
DateProbably ca. 1845
OriginAmerica, Ohio (possibly)
MediumDark blue wool and white cotton
Dimensions81" X 77 1/2" (205.7 cm. x 196.9 cm.)
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Foster McCarl, Jr.
Object number1978.609.2
DescriptionThis is a double-woven, center-seamed bedcover that is self-fringed at sides and foot. The side borders consist of a double row of leopards and monkeys. The foot border is large grape leaves and bunches of grapes. The field alternates a motif of airy floral tracery laid out in a shield-like design with a densely-patterned, tulip-filled, eight- pointed star.The weaver is unidentified.
Label TextThe field of this coverlet combines two primary elements of divergent styles. Its airy floral tracery, laid out in a shield-like motif, is reminiscent of early nineteenth-century neoclassical designs. Conversely, its densely-patterned, tulip-filled, eight-pointed star is more closely associated with traditional German decoration.
InscribedNo inscriptions.
MarkingsNo Marks.
ProvenanceOwnership prior to the donor's is unknown.
The weaver of the coverlet is unidentified.
1845
1650-1675
ca. 1800
1736 (dated)
ca. 1755
ca. 1765