Centennial Signature Quilt
Date1876
MediumCotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 85 x 81in. (215.9 x 205.7cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineGift of Peter, Christopher, Douglas, and Jonathan Craig
Object number2013.132.0
DescriptionCentennial nine-patch quilt. Central square of each nine patch is signed and some are also dated "1876," some have towns, some have ages. One square has the question "Who's Elected?" All central squares, along with binding, sashing, and backing are cream cotton. Nine patches are printed cottons of various colors and designs. One block has a cotton print of red and blue stars printed with "1876."
NotesObject Note: List of names on quilt in object file. (DePauw 6/4/2013)Status
Not on view
