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
Object number1959.32.10
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.
Label TextOne hundred years after the making of the quilt to the left, this cradle quilt welcomed another new life. This time, the maker used pale pink roses in a wreath pattern to create a quilt that would provide both warmth and comfort. Although seemingly endless patterns and colors existed for textiles by the 20th century, solid colored fabrics in standard combinations still work together to create beautiful spring quilts.
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