Pennsylvania coverlet by Henry Overholt, doubleweave
Entry/Object ID
CDP 25.2.007
Description
Red, navy blue, and natural figured doubleweave coverlet with borders and self-fringe on three sides. Geometric pattern with fancy borders. Henry Overholt was known to weave this uncommon pattern, which he signed with his full name in other coverlets.
Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Digital
Collection
Collection of West Overton Village
Acquisition
Notes
Photographed 9/17/2025 in Scottdale, PA for the Coverlet Documentation Project.
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Overholt, Henry O.
Role
Weaver
Place
County
Westmoreland County
State/Province
Pennsylvania
Country
United States of America
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscription
Location
LL, LR
Transcription
HOH
Material/Technique
Woven
Notes
Small cornerblock bears the inscription "HOH," which is likely meant to represent "HO" for Henry Overholt. The second "H" is due to the method of producing the border, which is done by reversing the border pattern at the halfway point. The "O" is at the center of the reflected border pattern.
