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Even with signs of wear, this coverlet's pattern is quite appealing.
Coverlets, Cultural Objects

Overshot Coverlet (blue, red, white)

People
Maker/Creator: Unknown
Date
Unknown
Places
Floyd
Material/Medium

Wool, cotton

Specifications
  • Pattern: undetermined as yet
  • Colors: white, dark blue, dark red
  • Dimensions: 92 x 78 inches
  • Panels: two (39 inches wide) seamed and hemmed by hand
  • Pattern is matched between the panels
Description

While this overshot coverlet has several worn spots, its red, blue, and white colors remain vivid.

Keywords
Overshot coverlet
Notes

This coverlet was discovered in the discard pile at the Angels in the Attic thrift store sorting center.  It was bug-infested and soaked in some sticky substance.  Catherine Pauley rescued it by fumigating it, then washing it in a commercial washer using cold water, then air-drying it for two days.