Name/Title

Coverlet

Entry/Object ID

L2025.2.2

Description

Navy and natural figured doubleweave coverlet; two panels joined by a center seam. Borders of patriotic architecture and double-headed eagles on three sides, but borders have been joined at the center seam. Double roses centerfield pattern with architectural element.

Collection

Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection

Acquisition

Notes

On loan for 2025 exhibition

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Johnson, Henry

Attribution

Attributed to

Role

Weaver

Date made

1832

Place

Town

Benton

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Notes

Woven for Elizabeth Weaver

Woven Textile Details

Weave Type

Double Weave

Warp

Warp Colors

Navy, Natural

Warp Materials

Cotton, Wool

Weft

Weft Colors

Navy, Natural

Weft Materials

Cotton, Wool

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

Intended for LL, LR but joined in middle of bottom border

Transcription

ELIZA / BETH / WEAVER / BENTON / NY.1832

Material/Technique

Woven