Pieced Quilt
QuiltmakerFinished by
May Edna Rice
American
QuiltmakerQuilt top made by
Rhoda Tillinghast
American, 1834 - 1905
Date1940s
MediumSilk, synthetic
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 58 x 55 1/4in. (147.3 x 140.3cm)
Credit LineGift of Edna Joslin Woodbury
DescriptionPieced and tied quilt. Top pieced with stripped shirting silk of various colors, possibly done in the 1850s. Quilt tied and finished with binding and backing of pale green synthetic fabric in the 1930s. Machine stitched top and binding.
Object number2013.69.0
Subject Terms
On View
Not on viewabout 1930s
about 1890
about 1850