Woven Coverlet by Unknown Maker

Dateca. 1850

OriginAmerica, Ohio or Pennsylvania (possibly)

MediumBlue wool and natural cotton

Dimensions91 1/2 x 85 1/2" (232.4 cm. x 217.2 cm.)

Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Foster McCarl, Jr.

Object number1978.609.4

DescriptionThis woven coverlet is constructed of blue wool and natural colored cotton yarns. The design is a repeating pattern of stylized flowers and leaves. The three-sided border consists of feather- like leaves and small double flowers. Two corner blocks have a central star motif. Weft fringe is blue and uncut, and bottom warp fringe is natural cut cotton.
InscribedNo inscriptions
MarkingsNo marks
ProvenanceNo history of ownership prior to donor's is known.