New York coverlet by Josiah Sherman for P. A. Smith, 1837, tied beiderwand
Entry/Object ID
WC017
Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and applied fringe on sides and bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Double roses and blossom centerfield pattern; willow tree and eagle border on sides and bottom. Woven by Josiah Sherman for P. A. Smith in 1837.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection, Coverlet Documentation Project
