New York coverlet (attr.) for D. S., 1835, doubleweave

Name/Title

New York coverlet (attr.) for D. S., 1835, doubleweave

Entry/Object ID

WC052

Description

Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and self-fringe on the bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Double rose centerfield pattern; floral border on sides and bottom. Woven for D.S. in 1835.

Context

Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

S., D.

Role

Weaver

Date made

1835

Place

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

LL and LR

Transcription

1835 / D. . S

Translation

1853 D S

Material/Technique

Woven

Color

Natural, Navy