Illinois coverlet by Philip Seewald, 1846, tied beiderwand

Name/Title

Illinois coverlet by Philip Seewald, 1846, tied beiderwand

Entry/Object ID

CDP 25.8.273

Description

Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on three sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Red wool warp and weft binder with blue wool pattern weft. Double roses centerfield pattern; rose border on three sides. Woven by Philip Seewald 1846 in the state of Illinois.

Collection

John and Janet Simmermaker Collection, Coverlet Documentation Project

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Seewald, Philip

Role

Weaver

Date made

1846

Place

State/Province

Illinois

Country

United States of America

Color

Blue, Red