Name/Title

Coverlet

Entry/Object ID

2009.2.001

Description

red, white and blue yarns; 2 pieces joined at a center seam; geometric overshot pattern that possibly includes the "Window Sash" and "Double Bow Knot" designs; no fringe and no corner blocks

Collection

Saint Vincent Collection

Category

Geometric

Acquisition

Accession

2009.2

Source or Donor

Albert, Carolyn

Acquisition Method

Gift

Credit Line

gift of Carolyn Albert

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Mrs. Hollingsworth

Role

Weaver

Date made

1940 - 1950

Place

State/Province

North Carolina

Country

United States of America

Notes

A note says "Made: Berea College staff, Berea KY," which conflicts with the other information available.

Woven Textile Details

Weave Type

Overshot

Warp

Warp Colors

Natural

Warp Materials

Cotton

Weft

Weft Colors

Natural, Red, Black

Weft Materials

Cotton, Wool

Dimensions

Width

78 in

Length

111 in

Material

Cotton