Star of Bethlehem

Star of Bethlehem Quilt

Star of Bethlehem Quilt

Name/Title

Star of Bethlehem

Entry/Object ID

2004.008.001

Description

12 block quit set 3x4 with a white ground. Star in each block is comprised of red, green, and yellow pieces. There is a triple border of red, green and white, and red sashing. Family member's initials are embroidered in the quilt throughout, as well as the words "love" and "welcome."

Context

Heirloom of the Simmers family. It is believed that this quilt was presented to Sarah Jane Depoy and Jacob Simmers on the occasion of their wedding in 1894.

Collection

Permanent Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2004.008

Source or Donor

Elizabeth McWilliams

Made/Created

Artist

Unknown Maker(s)

Date made

circa 1880

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Embroidery

Transcription

"Love"

Type

Embroidery

Transcription

Welcome

Dimensions

Width

76 in

Length

102 in

Color

Red, Green, Yellow, White