Name/Title
Illinois coverlet by George Gauss, tied beiderwandEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.175Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Woven full-width; seamless. Navy, green, and red wool with undyed cotton. Floral leafy medallion centerfield pattern; floral border on sides; bird border on bottom. Woven by George Gauss.Context
Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Gauss, GeorgeRole
WeaverPlace
* Untyped Place
Belleville, St. Clair CountyState/Province
IllinoisCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
MADE/ BY./ GEORGE/ GAUSS-/ BELLE-/ -VILLEMaterial/Technique
WovenColor
Navy, Natural, Red, Green