Name/Title
Pine BurrEntry/Object ID
2008.004.002Description
Thirty Pine Burr blocks compose this pieced quilt. All white diamonds surround the pine burr blocks. A single border (about 1 1/4'' wide) made up of blue and white triangles frames the quilt. This border was likely replaced with new fabric and backing. Instead of an added binding, the quilt is finished with a knife edge and mitered corners.
The back features 2 panels of solid cotton fabric. Deterioration on the front has led through to the back. There is a thick, cotton batting.
The entire quilt is hand quilted using single, white, cotton thread. The stitches are uneven, but measure about 6 stitches per inch. The quilting itself is echo quilting that contains straight lines and follows the top design.Context
Border was replaced post 1950.Collection
Permanent CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2008.004Source or Donor
Allene BlessingMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Malinda Jane FlintRole
MakerPlace
* Untyped Place
Alderson, VirginiaNotes
Alderson became Eagle Branch, West Virginia after the Civil War.Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall Quilt DimensionsWidth
67-1/2 inLength
82 inDimension Description
Diamond BlocksWidth
6-1/4 inLength
6-1/4 inMaterials
Material
CottonMaterial Notes
Prints and plaidsColor
Multi-Color, Red, Blue, Black, GrayCondition
Overall Condition
WornNotes
Overall fading and fabric deteriorationOverall Condition
Poor
