Pennsylvania coverlet by Daniel Bordner, 1837, tied beiderwand
Name/Title
Pennsylvania coverlet by Daniel Bordner, 1837, tied beiderwandEntry/Object ID
2008.1.285Description
This figured & fancy coverlet was woven by Daniel Bordner in Millersburg, Berks County, Pennsylvania in 1837. The two cornerblocks read "Daniel Bordner Millersburg Berks County, 1837." The coverlet was woven in two panels, which are joined by a center seam. It has a patchwork pattern of circular and square star medallions, 8-pointed patches, and small double lilies; the complete pattern repeats horizontally four times. It has a solid rose border on the sides and bottom. The coverlet has horizontal color stripes of red, dark blue, and green wool on undyed cotton ground with self-fringe on the sides and applied fringe on the bottom. The tied Beiderwand weave structure uses light blue cotton tie-down threads in a 2:1 warp ratio.Collection
Foster and Muriel McCarl CollectionCategory
Patchwork