Woven Doublecloth Coverlet by Unknown Maker
Date1840-1855
OriginAmerica, Ohio (possibly)
MediumDark blue wool with white cotton
Dimensions85" x 78 3/4" (215.9 cm. x 200.0 cm.) excluding fringe
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Foster McCarl, Jr.
Object number1986.609.21
DescriptionThis is a coverlet double-woven with dark blue wool and white cotton; center-seamed; self-fringed sides and bottom; and rolled-over hem at top. The side borders are doubled and show a multi-storied building and perching birds on either side of a fruited tree. There are no corner blocks. The lower border is only a narrow band of a Greek key design. The interior consists of ornate floral medallions interspersed with smaller sprays and simpler shapes and sprigs.Label TextOnly a Greek key forms the narrow lower border of this coverlet. A double row of birds, fruited trees, and buildings edges both sides. The piece is self-fringed on three sides.
InscribedNo inscription
MarkingsNo marks
ProvenanceHistory of ownership prior to donor's is unknown. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Foster McCarl, Jr., Beaver Falls, Pa.
ca. 1835-40
