Object Details
maker
unknown
Description
Thirty 10-inch blocks were carefully crafted of velvet and plush fabrics to create this crazy-patchwork parlor throw. All types of velvets are represented; plain, cut, embossed, striped, silk with velvet stripes, and velvet ribbon. The effect is of a three-dimensional surface. Each block is constructed on a cotton foundation and enhanced with various embroidery stitches. The throw has a cotton fiber filling. The lining or backing fabric is a challis or delaine, roller-printed with a floral motif. The throw is bound on all sides with a straight strip of black silk satin fabric. The fabrics used in this piece represent the range of velvets and plushes (silk pile fabrics) available to the upper middle classes in America.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. H. B. (Clara Babcock) Blackmar
date made
1880-1900
ID Number
TE.T12601
accession number
220211
catalog number
T12601
Object Name
quilt
Physical Description
fabric, velvet, silk, cotton (overall material)
thread, cotton. silk (overall material)
filling, cotton (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 70 in x 52 in; 178 cm x 131 cm
place made
United States
place used
United States: Massachusetts, Norwood
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
Quilting
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_556387