Appliqué Quilt
QuiltmakerQuilted by
Unknown
Date1920-1930
MediumHand-stitched cotton thread, cotton batting, and plain-woven cotton fabric
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 56 x 40 1/4in. (142.2 x 102.2cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineGift of Helen E. Royce
DescriptionRectangular appliqué quilt, or cradle quilt, consisting of a top of plain-woven white cotton, batting, and a plain-woven white cotton backing; the three layers are joined with a hand-stitched quilting pattern of diagonal lines and a chain border. The appliqué pattern consists of three flowers in the center of an oval wreath; the applique pattern is made using pink, red and green cotton. Each edge of the quilt has a straight-grain fabric binding.
Condition: The quilt has yellowed and has some dark stains or rust spots.
Condition: The quilt has yellowed and has some dark stains or rust spots.
Object number1959.32.10
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