Name/Title
Michgan coverlet, 1852, tied beiderwandEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.151Description
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. Starburst centerfield pattern; bird border on sides; grapevine border on bottom. Unknown weaver in 1852 with horse trademark.Context
Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1852Place
* Untyped Place
Jefferson Township, Cass CountyState/Province
MichiganCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
CASS+CO+/ JEFFERSO/ N+TOWN/ SHIP+/ 1852Material/Technique
Woven