New York coverlet, A. D. 1840, doubleweave

Name/Title

New York coverlet, A. D. 1840, doubleweave

Entry/Object ID

WC147

Description

Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 4 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Floral medallions centerfield pattern; elaborate floral border on all sides. Woven in 1840.

Context

Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1840

Place

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Color

Natural, Navy