Name/Title
Michigan coverlet by Michael Enos for M.L. George, 1859, tied beiderwandEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.244Description
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. Leafy centerfield pattern; Bird border on sides and bottom. Woven by Michael Enos for M.L. George in 1859.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
Michael, EnosRole
WeaverDate made
1859Notes
Wove for M.L. GeorgeInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
ENOS/ MICHAEL/ KINDERHOOK/ BRANCH/ COUNTY/ MICH 1859/ M.L+GEORGEMaterial/Technique
Woven