New York coverlet by Josiah Sherman for R.S.B., 1846, tied beiderwand
Entry/Object ID
WC068
Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and self-fringe on bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Blossoms in medallions centerfield pattern; floral variety border on sides; floral border on bottom. Woven by Josiah Sherman for R.S.B. in 1846.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
