Name/Title
Coverlet, doubleweave, "Agriculture & Manufactures"Entry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.266Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Floral medallion centerfield pattern; patriotic eagle border on sides and bottom. Unknown weaver with "Agriculture & Manufactures" trademark.Context
Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
AGRICUL/TURE&MAN/UFACTURES./ARE.THE.FOUND/ATION.OF/OUR.INDE/PENDENCE.Material/Technique
Woven