New York coverlet by Benjamin June for E. E., 1833, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC140
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. Lilies and diamonds centerfield pattern; eagle and flower border on sides; eagle and tree border on bottom. Woven by Benjamin June for E.E. in 1833.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
