New York coverlet woven in Bethany, Genesee Co. for E. Bennett, 1832, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC010
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. Lilies of France centerfield pattern; eagle and tree border on sides and bottom. Woven for E. Bennett in 1832.
Context
Photographed in August 2025 for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Marty Schlabach and Mary Jean Welser Collection
