Name/Title
Indiana coverlet by Charles Adolph (attr.), 1851, doubleweaveEntry/Object ID
2008.1.075Description
This figured & fancy coverlet was woven by Charles Adolph in Wayne County, Indiana in 1851. The two cornerblocks have a lighthouse logo with the inscription "1851."
The coverlet was woven in two panels, which are joined by a center seam. The centerfield pattern has alternating rows of octagonal medallions, heart medallions, and starburts; the pattern repeats horizontally four times. It has side borders with trees, deer, hunters and dogs and a fruit tree bottom border. The doubleweave structure combines a layer of undyed cotton with a layer of dark blue wool. It has hemmed sides and 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 McCarlMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Adolph, CharlesRole
WeaverDate made
1851Place
State/Province
IndianaCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
1851Material/Technique
WovenOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
Other NumberOther Number
McCarl No. 286
