AGE: c.1840's
SIZE: 5" Squares
LOCATION FOUND: Eastern NY
DESCRIPTION: This is a collection of 12 very old quilt squares, calling out to be assembled into a quilting project or added to your collection of precious vintage fabrics. There are 8 different fabrics including a few vivid blue ombre (Rainbow, Fondue) prints and one chintz. Ombre was a technique used to print gradations in color during the 1820-1850 time period. The “stars” are pieced on an off white cotton muslin. The squares are hand pieced at 7-8 stiches per inch
CONDITION: Considering these squares are over 150 years old, they are in good condition. All the squares have retained vivid color except for the fugitive purple, which now appears brownish. During this time period, the purple dye that was used was unstable and often reverts to tan. There are some age stains and uneven edges, which can be seen in the photos. One square shows signs of tendering (weakened or deterioration due to the chemicals used in the dyes).

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AGE: Circa 1850- 1860's
SIZE: 17 3/4" x 813 3/4"
LOCATION FOUND: Maine
DESCRIPTION: These are 3 small textiles which are stunning. Each small quilt has 138 1 ½” hexagons. The fabrics are varied and many are beautiful madders and wool challis. Some fabric still has the glossy wax finish. The workmanship is exceptional. It is precisely assembled using civil war era mid-19th century ephemera with handwritten dip pen writing. Each hexagon is pieced using a tiny tight whip stitch.
CONDITION: These quilt pieces have never been used or washed. The fabrics are extremely vibrant, crisp and sturdy. There are no holes or tears except on one piece there is slight fabric thinning which is difficult to notice. There are a few small storage stains on one piece however they are only noticeable upon close inspection. These pieces would display beautifully on a table top, vintage doll quilt, or made into a pillow or other craft project.

$ 355.00

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