New York coverlet (attr.), doubleweave

Name/Title

New York coverlet (attr.), doubleweave

Entry/Object ID

2008.1.375

Description

This figured & fancy coverlet was likely woven in New York, based on the pattern and weaving style. It has no inscription. The coverlet was woven in two panels, which are joined by a center seam. It has an ornate floral center medallion pattern with four urns in the cardinal directions. The coverlet no fringe. The power-woven doubleweave structure combines a balanced layer of undyed cotton warp and weft with a balanced layer of red wool warp and weft. The red yarns are twice as thick as the cotton yarns.

Collection

Foster and Muriel McCarl Collection

Category

Center medallion

Acquisition

Accession

2008.1

Source or Donor

McCarl, Foster & Muriel

Acquisition Method

Gift

Credit Line

gift of Foster & Muriel McCarl

Made/Created

Date made

1830 - 1860

Woven Textile Details

Weave Type

Doubleweave, Doubleweave 2:1

Warp

Warp Colors

Natural, Red

Warp Materials

Cotton, Wool

Weft

Weft Colors

Natural, Red

Weft Materials

Cotton, Wool

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Other Number

Other Number

McCarl No. 71

Dimensions

Width

79 in

Length

88 in

Material

Cotton, Wool