Antique quilt, circa 1870s, from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It measures 70 by 84 inches. And is a large Feathered Diamond pattern in the center. Made with overdyed dreen and double pink fabric, it is hand pieced and hand quilt at 8 spi. There are cable designs quilted in the borders. There is a very thin batting. It was finished by bringing the front fabric over to the back and applied by hand. The backing fabric is a fantastic brown print that’s width was 24 inches. It is in very good condition. There is a large spot on the front, and a spot on the back.
|