New York coverlet by James Alexander for Hannah C. Smith, 1823, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC171
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 centerfield pattern; eagle and tower border on sides and on bottom. Woven by James Alexander for Hannah C. Smith in 1823.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
