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Vaughn Woolen Mill Coverlet with fringe
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Coverlets, Cultural Objects

Vaughn Woolen Mill Overshot Coverlet (blue, pink)

People
Associated Person: Fielding Vaughn
Associated Person: Nettie Vaughn
Date
1890-1902
Places
Burks Fork
Material/Medium

Wool, cotton

Specifications
  • Pattern: undetermined as yet
  • Colors: navy, pink, white
  • Dimensions: 98   1/2  x 84 inches
  • Panels: three (28 inches wide)
  • Finishing: 4 inch cotton fringe was machine-stitched around the edges
Description

This overshot coverlet was woven prior to 1903 by an unknown weaver in the Vaughn Woolen Mill.  The navy, pink, and white pattern was woven in three panels.  Fringe was added around the edges at some point.

Keywords
Vaughn Woolen Mill, overshot coverlet
Bio Sketch

Fielding and Nettie Vaughn were the original owners of this coverlet.  Fielding’s father and uncles started the Vaughn Woolen Mill.

Notes

This is one of two coverlets in the collection thought to have been woven at the Vaughn Woolen Mill before larger looms were added in 1903.