Name/Title
Rose Wreath and TulipEntry/Object ID
2004.002.001Description
Nine rose wreath blocks of red and green in white blocks framed by three strips of sashes. Wider border of tulips on stems and leaves.Context
This quilt was constructed in Connecticut for David Bers Wooster, the husband of the maker, Sarah A. Wooster. It is believed that this was an anniversary present. The two had two children together. David fought for the Union during the Civil War and was killed at the Battle of Fisher's Hill near Winchester, Virginia on September 22, 1864. Sarah remarried.
The quilt was passed down to Sarah's and David's great granddaughter. When she passed away, she willed it to the donor to give the quilt to a museum.Collection
Permanent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2004.002Source or Donor
Mary-Elma SmithMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Sarah A. WoosterRole
MakerDate made
circa 1856Place
* Untyped Place
Litchfield, ConnecticutInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
BurnedLocation
Lower right cornerNotes
InitialsType
EmbroideryLocation
Top center outer borderTranslation
"Sarah A. Wooster Feb. 27, 1856"Other Name
"Wreath of Roses"Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall Quilt DimensionsWidth
82 inLength
83 inCondition
Overall Condition
Very GoodNotes
Overall browning and age spots, especially on back. Stains in green border. Few small holes on back.