Name/Title
Coverlet, doubleweaveEntry/Object ID
2008.1.245Description
This figured & fancy coverlet has no cornerblocks. It was woven in two panels, which are joined by a center seam. It has a "double rose" centerfield pattern with octagonal floral secondary motifs, which repeats horizontally four times. It has distelfink borders with trees on the sides and tulip borders on the bottom. The doubleweave structure combines a layer of undyed cotton with a layer of dark blue and red wool. It has no self-fringe on the bottom.Collection
Foster and Muriel McCarl CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2008.1Source or Donor
McCarl, Foster & MurielAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
gift of Foster & Muriel McCarlWoven Textile Details
Weave Type
Doubleweave, Doubleweave 1:1Warp
Warp Colors
Natural, Navy, RedWarp Materials
Cotton, WoolWeft
Weft Colors
Natural, Navy, RedWeft Materials
Cotton, WoolOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Other NumberOther Number
McCarl No.Dimensions
Width
69-1/2 inLength
91 in