Figured coverlet; undyed cotton and blue wool, tied double cloth (Beiderwand). Center seam joins two panels. Selvedges on sides; hems at top and bottom. Central motif consists of large snowflake medallions alternating with a four-leafed design within a diamond shape. Outer edge of diamond has fringed leaves. Border is a stylized chain of flowers edged with a zigzag line and dots. Border is separated by rosette corner blocks.
Collection
ATHM Collection
Acquisition
Accession
2017.1
Source or Donor
American Textile History Museum
Acquisition Method
Transfer
Credit Line
Transfer from the ATHM in Lowell, MA upon its closing in 2017
