1834 woven coverlet fourth of july pattern old fourth of july traditions

* Features a playful pattern with watermelons, sparklers, stars, and bunting * Ideal for 4th of July celebrations, picnics, or cozy nights in * Perfect as a throw, quilt, coverlet, bed spread, tapestry, or woven cotton blanket * Designed to evoke a sense of patriotism and summer fun Portion of hand woven overshot weave coverlet. Made of homespun yarns with the plain weave or "tabby" foundation of cotton and the pattern weaving in a variation of "A Patch-pattern from Virginia" formed by "skips' or "floats" of the weft material--red, green, and indigo dyed wool yarns. Blue wool and cotton in design known as "Fourth of July"; circular floral medallions in body of coverlet; border of varied motifs including American eagle, monkeys, st Our rarest is an overshot coverlet dated pre-1850 in shades of faded red, white, and blue, woven with linen and wool threads. Another, dated 1840, has a motif of roosters, birds and a magnificent eagle in red, indigo, light blue and cream. Professionally woven Jacquard Coverlets are distinguished by bold colors, tight weave, double-facing, pictorial centerfield designs, and wide often striking borders incorporating designs like American eagles, railroads, lions, buildings, trees, ships and other elements. Woven coverlets were popular in many states during the early-to-mid nineteenth century (1800s). Coverlets were woven by both men and women. The two main types are called geometric and figured and fancy. The pattern motifs in geometrics are based on circles and squares. Geometric coverlets were woven by both women and men. Portion of hand woven overshot weave coverlet. Made of homespun yarns with the plain weave or "tabby" foundation of cotton and the pattern weaving in a variation of "A Patch-pattern from Virginia" formed by "skips' or "floats" of the weft material--red, green, and indigo dyed wool yarns. Individuals wove one-of-a-kind coverlets as gifts for family members or in preparation for housekeeping or to celebrate an important event. Coverlets originated in Europe. Early ones, woven on a four-harness type loom, didn’t have complex patterns like those made in the mid 19th century in the United States. Single woven, white and rose colored, jacquard woven coverlet fragment, featuring sunburst and a lily pattern with bird and floral border. Inscription woven into the coverlet: "Charles Miley+ Wayne County+ Ohio+ 1839." Portion of hand woven overshot weave coverlet. Made of homespun yarns with the plain weave or "tabby" foundation of cotton and the pattern weaving in a variation of "A Patch-pattern from Virginia" formed by "skips' or "floats" of the weft material--red, green, and indigo dyed wool yarns. The lower two corners contain a corner block with "H B/ BETHANY/ GENESEE/ COUNTY/ NY 1834" woven into it. The coverlet has a twill weave cotton binding on all four edges. In concise and readable language, it details how, when, why, and where coverlets were woven. There is a catalog of pattern motifs, so you can learn if that design is your coverlet is a rose or a star; a bowknot or a blooming leaf. There are drafts so you can weave your own! Blue and White Woven Wool and Cotton Coverlet, America, 1850, single piece, double-weave coverlet with large central me This blue and white, overshot coverlet is woven in a simple patch pattern variation. The customer’s initials, "M S" and the date “1787” are woven into the fabric at one corner. The weaver of this coverlet is unknown; however, there are several others known. There are two others in the NMAH collection. Description: Handwoven coverlet featuring burgundy and cream geometric floral pattern with fringed edges. Portion of hand woven overshot weave coverlet. Made of homespun yarns with the plain weave or "tabby" foundation of cotton and the pattern weaving in a variation of "A Patch-pattern from Virginia" formed by "skips' or "floats" of the weft material--red, green, and indigo dyed wool yarns. Ten Things You Didn’t Know: Jacquard coverlets Coverlets came into ‘fashion’ in the U.S. early 19th century, and at one point were more common than quilts in American homes. Check out the most recent Ten Things You Didn’t Know column to learn more about jacquard coverlets. Patriotic Pattern used with several different corner blocks and slight variations All three pattern variants (Agriculture & Manufactures, James Alexander, and Washington) combine a large floral medallion primary motif with an Ivy leaf secondary motif and eagle & stars borders. Early American coverlets are a key part of weaving history. Learn why they were so important to American colonial households and how they were made here! Left: An early geometric coverlet probably dyed with indigo, madder, and other natural dyes. Right: A geometric coverlet in overshot. Celebrate your love for Americana with this unique woven cotton blanket. Perfect for adding a touch of patriotic spirit to your home decor or for cozying up during 4th of July celebrations. This blanket features a charming quilt design incorporating elements of American pride. - Stars and stripes design - Fireworks pattern adds festive flair - Quilt patchwork aesthetic - Ideal as a throw, bed

1834 woven coverlet fourth of july pattern old fourth of july traditions
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