Name/Title
New York coverlet for Elizabeth Ringer, 1842, doubleweave, floral trademarkEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.257Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 4 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Floral medallion centerfield pattern; Abstract border on all sides. Unknown weaver for Elizabeth Ringer in 1842 with floral trademark.Context
Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1842Place
State/Province
New YorkCountry
United States of AmericaNotes
Woven for Elizabeth Ringer.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
UL, UR, LL, LRTranscription
A D/ 1842Material/Technique
WovenType
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LRTranscription
ELIZABETH. / RINGER.Material/Technique
Woven