True Beiderwand figured coverlet; red wool and natural (undyed) cotton; floral pattern with birds; single flower in corner blocks. Border on all four sides; no center seam.
Collection
Saint Vincent Collection
Acquisition
Accession
2023.2
Source or Donor
Page, Heather
Acquisition Method
Donation
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Conger, Daniel
Attribution
In the manner of
Role
Weaver
Manufacturer
Auburn State Prison Loomhouse
Date made
1830 - 1860
Notes
Pattern and weave structure consistent with coverlets produced at the Auburn Prison Loomhouse. Further research is required to establish a connection. Other possible weavers include Daniel Conger and James Van Ness.
