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Vaughn-Dunn Double Bow Knot coverlet
Coverlets, Cultural Objects

Vaughn-Dunn Woolen Mill Double Bow Knot Coverlet

People
Maker/Creator: Unknown
Date
1903-1920
Places
Burks Fork
Material/Medium

Wool, cotton

Specifications
  • Pattern: Double Bow Knot
  • Colors: red, white
  • Dimensions: 102  1/2  x  73  1/2 inches
  • Panels: single with ends hemmed by hand
Description

This red and white Double Bow Knot coverlet was woven by an unknown weaver working in the Vaughn-Dunn Woolen Mill.

Keywords
Vaughn-Dunn Woolen Mill, overshot coverlet
Notes

Earlier Vaughn Woolen Mill coverlets were woven in two panels and seamed together. After the Vaughns purchased new equipment in 1903, Joseph Thomas Dunn (1872-1950) helped them set up the new looms. In time he joined the company and the family, after marrying Allie Manda Vaughn, the daughter of Columbus Penn Vaughn.   This one-panel coverlet was woven on one of the new Vaughn-Dunn Woolen Mill looms.