Quilt

ClassificationsTextiles-bed coverings-quilts

Datec. 1910

Made AtUnited States, North America

MediumCotton

Dimensions44 1/2 × 63 in. (113 × 160 cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Frank Hodge

Object number36502

DescriptionThis child's embroidered patchwork quilt from c. 1910 is made in a "Penny Squares" pattern with white panels on a red ground. The panels are embroidered with designs of animals, Santa Claus, Baby Sister in high chair, trains, and more. The quilting is done in a diamond shape design; white patches on deep red cotton background with ruffle. Intended for a small child's bed. Figures embroidered from transfer printed pattern ironed on muslin squares.

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