New York coverlet by Archibald Davidson for Catharine Swartwood, 1833, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC070
Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Floral and urn medallions centerfield pattern; patriotic eagle border on sides and bottom. Woven by Archibald Davidson for Catharine Swartwood in 1833.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
