Name/Title
New York coverlet (attr.), doubleweave; "Encourage Virtue"Entry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.119Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on four sides and self-fringe on three sides. Two panels joined by a center seam. Blue wool with undyed cotton. Medallion centerfield pattern; geometric borders with patriotic slogan. Woven in 1843.Collection
John and Janet Simmermaker Collection, Coverlet Documentation ProjectMade/Created
Date made
1843Place
State/Province
New YorkCountry
United States of AmericaNotes
Attributed to New York based on the style and patriotic slogan.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LR, UL, URTranscription
ENCOURAGE / VIRTUE / LIBERTY. / AMERICAN / MANUFACTURING / 1843 (3x)Material/Technique
Woven