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Double Bow Knot Overshot Coverlet

Object Details

Description
Overshot coverlet in gold/yellow; double Bow Knot pattern, originally woven in three 27.5 sections. The coverlet has 4 hemmed edges, of various widths.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
early 19th century
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. Fred M. Packard, National Park Association
Physical Description
cotton (overall material)
wool (overall material)
overshot (overall production method/technique)
double bow knot (overall pattern)
yellows (overall color)
Measurements
overall: 86 in x 63 in; 218.44 cm x 160.02 cm
Object Name
coverlet, overshot
fabric, coverlet
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