Name/Title
Etheridge Silk QuiltEntry/Object ID
2017.008.001Description
Hand pieced, set, appliquéd, and embroidered silk quilt. Foundation pieced on muslin.Context
This quilt was made by Margaret Ann Whitehead Etheridge, born circa 1805. There have been five caretakers of the quilt, including Margaret’s son, William Henry Etheridge, and the quilt’s donor, Shirley Renee North McCullock.Collection
Permanent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2017.008Source or Donor
Renee McCullockAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
Donated in honor of Marjorie Virginia North and in memory of Mary Virginia Jones.Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Margaret Ann Whitehead EtheridgeRole
MakerDate made
circa 1825Place
* Untyped Place
Portsmouth, VirginiaOther Name
Pincushion QuiltDimensions
Width
102-1/2 inLength
101 inMaterial
Silk, Muslin, VelvetColor
Black, Brown, Red, Green, Cream
