From Pennsylvania, the maker of this exceptional quilt took care to sign and date her work: "Susanna Johnson March 27, 1846". It boasts an intense indigo background--unusual for a textile of this era. The 28 star pattern is unique; we know of no other examples like it. Stitch density is 7-8 stitches per inch.
Fresh to the market, this quilt comes from a home in Southeast Pennsylvania.
Dimensions: 84" x 90"
Condition: Excellent
An uncut cloth lithograph of a seated hen and her 4 chicks in very fine condition. From a private collection. Originally printed at the Arnold Print Works of North Adams, Massachusetts, c. 1892.
Markings include the patent dates of July 5, 1892 and October 4, 1892.
Dimensions: 15 ¾" x 21"
C. 1892, North Adams, Massachusetts.
An uncut cloth lithograph of Jocko the monkey in excellent condition. From a private collection. Originally printed at the Arnold Print Works of North Adams, Massachusetts. Markings include the patent dates of July 5, 1892 and October 4, 1892.
Dimensions: 17” x 24”
Antique hand appliquéd tulip quilt. Completely hand stitched. The quilter included the completion date "April the 24 1862" on the border. The quilting boasts a dense 16 stitches per inch.Condition: With thin cotton batting, this antique textile is in excellent condition.
Size: 82" x 84"
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Dating from.1810-1830, this 200-year old double weave coverlet was professionally made and in use in America long before the more familiar fancy ornamental coverlets. Indigo and neutral colors with a variety of geometric shapes were the usual choice for these early pieces. This coverlet is made of cotton and wool and never had a fringe.
Austin Fine possessed a keen eye and chose this exceptional example for his collection. This coverlet is in excellent condition, with no holes or fraying.
Dimensions: 92" x 72"
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