Coverlet, doubleweave; abolitionist portraits

Name/Title

Coverlet, doubleweave; abolitionist portraits

Entry/Object ID

CDP 25.8.314

Description

Figured doubleweave coverlet with borders on three sides and remnants of self-fringe on bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Red and navy wool with undyed cotton. Little heads (abolitionist silhouettes) surround floral medallions in the centerfield pattern; double urn border on sides; single urn border on bottom. Doubled floral cornerblock used by unknown weaver.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker Collection

Color

Red, Navy, Natural

Web Links and URLs

Portraits | Coverlet Index