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Object Name
Quilt
Object Number
2004-38-1
Description
Small quilt - concentric squares of alternating fabrics - red and black windowpane check with unbleached muslin. Back lined with rust colored cotton. Thin binding of unbleached muslin. Hand knotted throughout with wool thread of red and white. Knotting done on top to form a small flower out of threads. Bible verse written on unbleached muslin strips in ink.
Category
Furnishings
Date Made
ca. 1830-1850
Dimensions
45 1/2" long x 37 1/4" wide
Materials
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