Name/Title
Coverlet sampleEntry/Object ID
2017.1.099Description
Figured coverlet, undyed and blue cotton and blue, red, and green worsted, tied double cloth (Beiderwand). Coverlet is believed to be for a crib. All four sides are hemmed with fringe applied to bottom and sides. Some fringe is missing on top left corner. Top seam is hemmed in opposite direction than other three sides. Central motif consists of two vertical patterned stripes, each containing a goose and floral motifs. Border on bottom and sides is in a zigzag pattern.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 2017Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionMaterial/Technique
WovenOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old NumberOther Number
2004.98.45Dimensions
Dimension Notes
Needs to be measured