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Woven Coverlet by Unknown Maker
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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.Inscription(s)No inscriptionsMark(s)No marksProvenanceNo history of ownership prior to donor's is known.