Name/Title

Coverlet

Description

Red, blue, and yellow figured Tied Beiderwand coverlet; two panels joined by a center seam; eagle and willow border on three sides; double lilies and starburst centerfield pattern; no fringe (or fringe worn away).

Collection

Saint Vincent Collection

Woven Textile Details

Weave Type

Tied Beiderwand

Warp

Average Warp Count

32

Warp Colors

Natural

Weft

Weft Count

40

Weft Colors

Navy, Red, Yellow, Natural

Notes

4:1 warp ratio

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

LL, LR

Transcription

MELISA/GRIS/WELD/1840

Material/Technique

Woven