New York coverlet, doubleweave

Name/Title

New York coverlet, doubleweave

Entry/Object ID

WC049

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 and birds centerfield pattern; elaborate abstract border on sides and bottom. Unknown weaver.

Context

Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection

Made/Created

Place

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Color

Navy, Natural