Ohio coverlet, doubleweave, Grandma Sim's cornerblock

Name/Title

Ohio coverlet, doubleweave, "Grandma Sim's" cornerblock

Entry/Object ID

CDP 25.8.240

Description

Figured and fancy doubleweave coverlet with borders on 3 sides and self-fringe on sides and bottom. Two panels joined by a center seam. Navy and red wool with undyed cotton. Peacock and turkey centerfield pattern; floral border on sides; ham border on bottom. Unknown weaver with "Grandma Sim's" cornerblock.

Context

Photographed on 9/5/2025 in Winamac, IN for the Coverlet Documentation Project.

Collection

Coverlet Documentation Project, John and Janet Simmermaker Collection

Made/Created

Place

State/Province

Ohio

Country

United States of America

Color

Natural, Navy, Red