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This coverlet exhibits triad color harmony with the blues, yellow-green, and orange wool threads.
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Coverlets, Cultural Objects

Overshot Coverlet (triad color harmony)

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

Wool, cotton

Specifications
  • Pattern: undetermined as yet
  • Colors: blue, white, yellow-green, turquoise, and orange
  • Dimensions: 84  x 70 inches
  • Panels: two (34  1/2 inches wide) joined with both hand- and machine-stitching
Description

The interplay of colors gives this lively overshot coverlet a tropical feel.

Keywords
Overshot coverlet
Notes

The reverse sides of coverlets (shown at left) sometimes reveal weaving patterns more clearly than the tops.