Object Details
- Description
- An unknown maker crafted this example of contained crazy-patchwork. Twenty 12 ΒΌ-inch blocks are elaborately embroidered and surrounded by a 2-inch black ruffled border. The center of each block has a larger design, either floral or other motif such as a fan or a horseshoe. Birds, ceramics, and Kate Greenaway motifs typical of the era also adorn the throw. Silk, satin, velvet, and ribbon were used for the patchwork, which was lined with black pattern-woven silk. Chenille and silk embroidery threads were used for the many fancy stitches that embellish the throw.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
- maker
- unknown
- date made
- 1880-1900
- Credit Line
- Gift of Mrs. Harry G. Meem and Mrs. Ann Carroll Meem Rogers
- Physical Description
- fabric, silk, satin, velvet, ribbon, cotton (overall material)
- thread, silk, chenille (overall material)
- filling, cotton (overall material)
- Measurements
- overall: 66 in x 53 in; 166 cm x 135 cm
- Object Name
- quilt
