Name/Title
CoverletEntry/Object ID
2017.1.097Description
Figured coverlet; undyed cotton and blue wool, tied double cloth (Beiderwand). Center seam joins two panels. Selvedges on sides; hems at top and bottom. Central motif consists of large snowflake medallions alternating with a four-leafed design within a diamond shape. Outer edge of diamond has fringed leaves. Border is a stylized chain of flowers edged with a zigzag line and dots. Border is separated by rosette corner blocks.Collection
ATHM CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2017.1Source or Donor
American Textile History MuseumAcquisition Method
TransferCredit Line
Transfer from the ATHM in Lowell, MA upon its closing in 2017Woven Textile Details
Weave Type
True BeiderwandInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionMaterial/Technique
WovenOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old NumberOther Number
2004.98.5