Name/Title
CoverletEntry/Object ID
2023.2.001Description
True Beiderwand figured coverlet; red wool and natural (undyed) cotton; floral pattern with birds; single flower in corner blocks. Border on all four sides; no center seam.Collection
Saint Vincent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2023.2Source or Donor
Page, HeatherAcquisition Method
DonationMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Conger, DanielAttribution
In the manner ofRole
WeaverManufacturer
Auburn State Prison LoomhouseDate made
1830 - 1860Notes
Pattern and weave structure consistent with coverlets produced at the Auburn Prison Loomhouse. Further research is required to establish a connection. Other possible weavers include Daniel Conger and James Van Ness.Woven Textile Details
Weave Type
True Beiderwand 4:1Warp
Average Warp Count
32Warp Materials
CottonWeft
Weft Count
32Weft Materials
Cotton, Wool