Name/Title
Crazy QuiltEntry/Object ID
2003.005.002Description
20 block (4 columns and 5 rows) wool crazy quilt. There are at least 18 different embroidery stitch designs. Each block contains embroidered flowers. There are also imagery of girls and birds. It is hand pieced.Context
This is a family heirloom from the Shenandoah Valley.Collection
Permanent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2003.005Source or Donor
Sandra H. MurphyMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Emma Rebecca Kerlin MillerRole
MakerDate made
circa 1890Place
* Untyped Place
Shenandoah ValleyInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
EmbroideryNotes
There are several initials present on quilt. They refer to the maker and her family members.Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall Quilt DimensionWidth
65-1/2 inLength
83 inMaterial
Wool, Silk, Velvet, Velveteen, Cotton FlossCondition
Overall Condition
Very GoodNotes
No repairs or restorations. One block does have fabric deterioration.
