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1900 - 1915 Amish "Garden of Eden" Quilt

Object Details

Description
Quilted in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania in the early twentieth century, this is an example of the “Garden of Eden” or “Economy Block” quilt pattern. A center of twenty pieced and plain 20-inch square blocks is framed by a “Chain Square” and two plain borders. Plain-colored cotton and wool fabrics and black quilting thread contribute to its quiet elegance.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
quilter
unknown
Date made
1900-1915
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Robert B. Stephens
Physical Description
fabric, cotton, wool (overall material)
thread, cotton (overall material)
filling, cotton (overal material)
Measurements
overall: 74 in x 62 in; 189 cm x 157 cm
Object Name
quilt
Object Type
quilts

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