Ohio coverlet woven by John Long, 1850, tied beiderwand
Entry/Object ID
2014.1.024
Description
Biederwand. Pink and blue on natural background. Eagles on bottom border, with houses on the side borders. Floral pattern in centerfield. Two panels joined with center seam. Remnants of fringe on three sides, almost totally missing.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.1
Source or Donor
University of Maryland
Acquisition Method
Transfer
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Long, John
Role
Weaver
Date made
1850
Place
County
Homes
State/Province
Ohio
Country
United States of America
Woven Textile Details
Weave Type
Tied Beiderwand 2:1
Warp
Warp Colors
Natural, Blue
Warp Materials
Cotton
Weft
Weft Materials
Cotton, Wool
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Manufacturer's Mark, Cornerblock inscription
Location
LL, LR
Transcription
JOHN+LONG/HOLMES/COUNTY/OHIO/1850
Dimensions
Width
70 in
Length
67 in
Dimension Notes
Remnants of Fringe on all sides, almost totally missing
