Name/Title
CoverletEntry/Object ID
2017.2.051Description
Figured coverlet; undyed and blue cotton and olive, red, and blue wool, tied double cloth (Beiderwand). Top and bottom edges are hemmed. Sides have self-fringe and bottom edge has fringe applied. Central motif consists of an octagonal center medallion. Within the medallion is a curvilinear design with plumes in the center and flowers and scrolls as a border. The medallion is surrounded by an octagonal tile block design with cornucopia and oak leaves on the corners. The borders have a column design in the center with stylized floral motif on either side. The border is framed with a zigzag edging.Collection
Hawthorne Collection (ATHM)Acquisition
Accession
2017.2Credit Line
Transfer from the Hawthorne Collection upon the closing of the ATHM in Lowell, MA in 2017Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Keagy, JohnRole
WeaverDate made
1855Place
Township
South/Middle Woodbury TownshipRegion
Morrisons CoveCounty
Bedford CountyState/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old NumberOther Number
1998.59.19Dimensions
Dimension Notes
Needs measured.