Name/Title
Indiana coverlet by Matthew Rattray, 1852, doubleweaveEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.331Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet panel with borders on side and bottom and self-fringe on bottom. Single panel. Navy and red wool with undyed cotton. Floral mosaic centerfield pattern; floral border on side; passenger pigeon border on bottom also known as "lovebirds" or "kissing birds." Woven by Matthew Rattray in 1852 with eagle trademark cornerblock.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
Rattray, MatthewRole
WeaverDate made
1852Place
State/Province
IndianaCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LRTranscription
1852Material/Technique
Woven