Name/Title
Pennsylvania coverlet; doublecloth; John Gamble 1840Entry/Object ID
CDP 25.3.KBRW533Description
Red, navy, and natural figured doublecloth coverlet with border on four sides and self-fringe on three sides. Two joined panels. Woven for Hanna McVey by John Gamble in 1840 in Pennsylvania.Collection
Kitty Bell and Ron Walter CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Gamble, John A.Role
WeaverDate made
1840Place
State/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
UL UR LL LRTranscription
HANNAH / McVEY / WOVE IN / 1840.Language
English