New York coverlet by John Alexander (attr.) for Mary Hulse, 1829, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC094
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 medallions centerfield pattern; eagle and capital border on sides and bottom. Attributed to John Alexander; woven for Mary Hulse in 1829.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
