Coverlet for Joel Wisner, 1834, doubleweave

Name/Title

Coverlet for Joel Wisner, 1834, doubleweave

Entry/Object ID

WC102

Description

Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Red and blue wool with undyed cotton. Double rose and blossom centerfield pattern; corn border on sides and bottom. Woven for Joel Wisner in 1834.

Context

Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Role

Weaver

Date made

1834

Notes

Woven for Joel Wisner.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

LL, LR

Transcription

JOEL/WISNER/AGD 35/ YRS/ 1834

Translation

JOEL WISNER AGD 35 YRS 1834

Material/Technique

Woven

Color

Navy, Red, Natural