New York coverlet woven in Genesee Co. for I. L. Pearson, 1833, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
WC145
Description
Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and no fringe. Two panels joined by a center seam. Red wool with undyed cotton. Double rose and diamonds centerfield pattern; trees and leaves border on sides and bottom. Woven for I.L. Pearson in 1833.
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
1833
Place
County
Genesee County
State/Province
New York
Country
United States of America
Notes
Woven for I . L. Pearson
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscription
Location
LL and LR
Transcription
I . L / PEARSON / BETHANY. / GENESEE / COUNTY. / N.Y.1833
