Woven Overshot Coverlet Fragment

Datemid 19th century

MediumCotton, wool

DimensionsOverall (H x W): 32 x 9 1/2in. (81.3 x 24.1cm)

Credit LineGift of Anonymous Donors

Object number1979.609.16,2

DescriptionThis narrow, rectangular fragment has a geometric pattern in red, white, and blue. The pattern, which resembles plaid, is created through an overshot weave structure. Instead of creating the plaid through color, each section is patterned with a different diaper, including zig-zags and repeated diamonds. All edges are raw.
Label TextWhile this coverlet looks like plaid, the design is created by alternating both color and diaper patterning with an overshot weave.
MarkingsNo marks, signatures, or inscriptions
ProvenanceGiven to Colonial Williamsburg Foundation by anonymous donors.