New York coverlet by Jacob Impson, 1839, doubleweave; Lady's Fancy

Name/Title

New York coverlet by Jacob Impson, 1839, doubleweave; Lady's Fancy

Entry/Object ID

WC141

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 starburst centerfield pattern; elaborate vine border on sides and bottom. Woven by Jacob Impson in 1839 with "Lady's Fancy" in border.

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

Jacob Impson

Role

Weaver

Date made

1839

Place

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

LL and LR

Transcription

JACOB IMPSON / 1839

Translation

JACOB IMPSON 1839

Type

Border inscription

Transcription

LADYS FANCY / CORTLAND VILLAGE

Color

Natural, Navy