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Second navy and white coverlet donated to Angels in the Attic
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Coverlets, Cultural Objects

Undulating Herringbone Coverlet (navy, white)

People
Maker/Creator: Unknown
Date
1800s
Places
Floyd
Material/Medium

Wool, cotton

Specifications
  • Pattern: Undulating Herringbone
  • Colors: navy, white
  • Dimensions: 93  1/4  x 70 inches
  • Panels: two (35 inches wide) joined and hemmed by hand
  • Pattern is well-matched
Description

The navy and white pattern of this coverlet does appear to undulate in waves.  Well-constructed with the pattern matched between the panels, the coverlet is in good condition beyond having been patched in several places.

Keywords
Overshot coverlet
Notes

A May 23, 2013 article in The Floyd Press failed to turn up information on the source of this and another coverlet donated to our local thrift store, Angels in the Attic.