Name/Title
CoverletEntry/Object ID
2017.1.054Description
Overshot coverlet; undyed cotton and gold and black wool. Center seam joins two panels. Top edge hemmed; fringe on three sides, with side fringe being added on. Overall coloring consists of bands of gold and and black. The design elements occur in the bands of gold and consists of octagonal shaped 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 2017Made/Created
Date made
1790 - 1850Place
Country
United States of AmericaOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Old NumberOther Number
1962.61.2Dimensions
Height
37 inWidth
38-1/2 inLength
81-1/4 in