Name/Title
Barley MedallionEntry/Object ID
1999.003.001Description
This medallion quilt has as its center appliquéd with flowers cut from fabric. This area measures 24 1/2" x 25 1/2". The background fabric is unbleached muslin.
Quilting consists of cross hatching, diagonal lines, and vines of flowers. Some of the quilting lines are only 1/8" to 1/2" apart.
The top has been taken around to the back as an edging. The backing is a coarser woven unbleached muslin.Context
Margaret Barnhart Barley made this quilt in Winchester, Virginia circa 1847 for her daughter's hope chest. It is rumored to have won awards, but the names of those awards are unknown. Margaret was born in Sheperdstown, VA (now West Virginia) but moved to Winchester to be with her husband.Collection
Permanent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
1999.003Source or Donor
Gordon C. WhitacreMade/Created
Artist
Margaret Barnhart BarleyDate made
circa 1847Place
* Untyped Place
Winchester, VADimensions
Dimension Description
Overall Quilt DimensionsWidth
106 inLength
101-1/2 inCondition
Notes
Deterioration of fabrics, edges wearing; stainingOverall Condition
GoodNotes
Deterioration of fabric in center and in blue print, as well as final border. Spots and tear on back.