New York coverlet attributed to Harry Tyler for John and Sally Wood, 1846, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
CDP 26.5.045
Description
This figured & fancy coverlet is attributed to Harry Tyler. It was woven in 1846 for John and Sally Wood of Oswego County, New York. The two cornerblocks read "John Wood Sally Wood Oswego County New York 1846."
The coverlet was woven full-width and has no center seam. It has a floral wreath medallion centerfield pattern with star motifs; the pattern repeats three times. It has a tree and picket fence border on the sides and bottom. The doubleweave structure combines a layer of undyed cotton with a layer of red wool. It has no fringe.
Context
Photographed in August 2026 in Turbotville, PA for the Coverlet Documentation Project. All rights reserved.
