Name/Title
Pennsylvania coverlet by Samuel Schreffler, 1851, tied beiderwandEntry/Object ID
CDP 25.9.002Description
Figured and fancy tied beiderwand coverlet with borders on 3 sides. Potential remains of self-fringe on sides and bottom. Woven full-width; seamless. Red, orange, and tan green wool with undyed cotton. Solid rose and maple leaf centerfield pattern; rose basket border on sides and bottom. Woven by Samuel Schreffler in 1851; cornerblock includes eagle and deer.Collection
Coverlet Documentation Project, Private CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Schreffler, SamuelRole
WeaverDate made
1851Place
Town
SalonaCounty
Clinton CountyState/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Cornerblock inscriptionLocation
LL, LRTranscription
S.SHREFLER / SALONA.CLIN/TON CO / P A / 1851Material/Technique
WovenColor
Red, Orange, Tan, Natural
