New York A.D. coverlet woven for Emely Jackson, 1837, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC103
Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 4 sides and no frringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Red wool with undyed cotton. Floral wreath blossoms centerfield pattern; elaborate abstract border on all sides. Woven for Emely Jackson in 1837.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
