Name/Title
Ohio coverlet by Robert Alexander, tied beiderwandEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.210Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and self-fringe on sides and bottom. Woven full-width; seamless. Navy wool with undyed cotton. Starburst centerfield pattern; building border on sides; men on horseback with dogs border on bottom. Woven by Robert Alexander.Context
Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Alexander, RobertRole
WeaverPlace
Location
CanfieldCounty
Mahoning CountyState/Province
OhioCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
ROBERT/ALEXAN/DER.CANFI/ELD OHIOMaterial/Technique
Woven