Object Details
maker
unknown
Description
This well-balanced medallion quilt is important for the fabrics used. Cut segments from four different roller-printed cottons produced in the 1830s and 1840s were utilized to create the overall design. The center panel, 57-inches x 57-inches, is appliqued with four large floral wreaths, small baskets and sprays of flowers. It is framed by two 7½-inch floral stripe borders and a 14-inch white border appliqued with small baskets, sprays of flowers, and four eagles, one in each corner. Outline quilting accentuates each of the appliqued motifs on this mid-19th century quilt.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. William S. Corby
date made
1840-1860
ID Number
TE.T13499
accession number
252487
catalog number
T13499
Object Name
quilt
Physical Description
fabric, cotton (overall material)
thread, cotton (overall material)
filling, cotton (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 115 in x 115 in; 291 cm x 292 cm
place made
United States
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
Quilting
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_556429