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Metadata
Collection |
Textiles-Coverlets |
Catalog Number |
XC.06.31 |
Object Name |
Coverlet |
Date |
1842 |
Creator |
Metz, Leonard |
Place of Origin |
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania |
Material |
Cotton, Wool |
Dimensions |
W-94 L-106 inches |
Description |
This figured and fancy coverlet has been woven into one panel using natural cotton and red wool. The predominate pattern is a repeated star and 4 x 5 floral motif, with a tulip border on the right, left and bottom side. The right and left side have a border of 9.875" wide with applied 4.00" wool fringe. The bottom border is 11.250" wide and also has applied fringe. At the bottom there are 9.500" x 11.250" cornerstones both reading "L.METZ. MONTGOMERY CO. 1842" |
Provenance |
Made by Leonard Metz, a weaver based out of Montgomery County. |
Cataloged by |
C.Harvey |
Search Terms |
Metz, Leonard Montgomery County Coverlet Woven Jacquard Figured and Fancy Cornerstone |