Name/Title
New York coverlet for Mary VanHorn, doubleweave, "Excelsior" cornerblockEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.264Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 4 sides and self-fringe on the top and applied fringe on the bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Floral medallion centerfield pattern; floral border on all sides. Unknown weaver with "Excelsior" cornerblock.Context
Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionMade/Created
Place
State/Province
New YorkCountry
United States of AmericaNotes
Woven for Mary VanHorn.Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
UL, UR, LL, LRTranscription
EXCELSIORMaterial/Technique
WovenType
Border inscriptionLocation
Top borderTranscription
MARY VANHORN NoMaterial/Technique
Woven