Coverlet, tied beiderwand, flower pot trademark, 1851

Name/Title

Coverlet, tied beiderwand, "flower pot" trademark, 1851

Entry/Object ID

CDP 25.8.214

Description

Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and self-fringe on sides and bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Red wool with undyed cotton. Floral medallion centerfield pattern; abstract floral border on sides and bottom. Unknown weaver with "flower Pot" trademark.

Context

Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1851

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

LL, LR

Transcription

1851

Material/Technique

Woven

Color

Red, Natural