Name/Title
Pennsylvania coverlet by Fehr and Keck, 1845, doubleweaveEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.8.318Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides and applied fringe on both sides and bottom. Woven full-width; seamless. Green, red, and orange wool with undyed cotton. Floral tile centerfield pattern; rose vine border on sides and bottom. Woven by Fehr and Keck in 1845.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
Fehr & KeckRole
WeaverDate made
1845Place
Town
EmausCounty
Lehigh CountyState/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
MANUFAC/ TORED/ BYFEHR &/ KECK/ EMAUS/ 1845Material/Technique
WovenColor
Natural, Red, Green, Orange