New York coverlet woven for E. K., 1837, doubleweave

Name/Title

New York coverlet woven for E. K., 1837, doubleweave

Entry/Object ID

WC014

Description

Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and self-fringe on the bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Double roses and primose centerfield pattern; leafy and floral border on sides and bottom. Woven for E.K in 1837.

Context

Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1837

Notes

Woven for E.K.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Cornerblock inscription

Location

LL, LR

Transcription

18 37/ E. K

Translation

1837 E K

Material/Technique

Woven

Color

Navy, Natural