Irish Chain

Name/Title

Irish Chain

Entry/Object ID

2007.003.003

Description

Irish Chain pattern pieced quilt with white foundation. Wide variety of scrap fabric was used. Feathered wreath quilting. Small blocks are pieced but those immediately around the solid wreath blocks are appliquéd.

Context

Donated to the museum after being purchased from an antique store. This quilt is believed to be from Page County, Virginia.

Collection

Permanent Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2007.003

Source or Donor

Douglas D. Withers, Jr.

Notes

Purchased from Dolly McKenney, Mint Spring Antiques

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown Maker(s)

Role

Maker

Date made

circa 1875

Place

* Untyped Place

Page County, Virginia

Dimensions

Width

74 in

Length

85 in

Material

Cotton

Color

White, Multi-Color

Condition

Overall Condition

Excellent