New York coverlet by William Beaty (attr.) for H. Rappleye, 1834, tied beiderwand
Entry/Object ID
WC110
Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Lilies and diamond centerfield pattern; patriotic eagle border on sides and bottom. Attributed to William Beaty; woven for H. Rappleye in 1834.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
