Name/Title
Indiana coverlet by the Muir Family, 1846, doubleweaveEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.330Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Abstract centerfield pattern; elaborate abstract border on sides; floral border on bottom. Woven by the Muir family in 1846 with Muir Family floral logo in the cornerblock.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Muir FamilyRole
WeaverDate made
1846Place
State/Province
IndianaCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
1846Material/Technique
Woven