Woven Double Cloth Coverlet Fragment

Date1835-1880

MediumWool

DimensionsOverall (H x W): 65 1/2 x 66in. (166.4 x 167.6cm)

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1996.609.4

DescriptionThis nearly square double cloth coverlet fragment is made from red, green, blue, brown, and white stripes with a yellow floral medallion pattern. The fragment is two panels sewn together with a whip stitch. One edge is a selvedge, but the other three are raw and fraying.Label TextThis colorful coverlet was woven on a jacquard loom. Jacquard looms worked with punch cards that dictated which warp threads were raised to create a pattern, making them the first computers.Mark(s)No marks, signatures, or inscriptions.ProvenanceThis piece has been in the AARFAC collection for many years but was never accessioned. No information can be found relating to the source, or year of acquisition.