AGE: Circa 1870- 1880's
SIZE: 65" x 82"
LOCATION FOUND: Maine
DESCRIPTION: This is a very graphic quilt top whose maker was very skilled in design as the fabric placement creates an overall visually appealing effect. It certainly is a fabric lover’s quilt as it consists of a stunning variety of period fabrics including madders, double pinks, stripes, etc. The quilt is skillfully pieced using in a combination of hand stitching and machine.
CONDITION: This quilt top has never been used or washed. The fabrics are extremely vibrant and sturdy. There are no holes or tears. There are a few small storage stains however they are only noticeable upon close inspection. This piece could be used uncompleted and easily hung on a wall or, if finished, would be a beautiful quilt.

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AGE: Circa 1880-1890
SIZE: 40" x 28",
LOCATION FOUND: Upstate NY, Adirondacks
DESCRIPTION: A delicate and intricate quilt consisting of 597 1" printed fabric triangles. There is a wide selection of fabric characteristic of this time period. Seven of these pieces show signs of fabric wear. The quilt is all hand pieced. The binding is also hand done and the quilt is tied with pink yarn. .
CONDITION: This quilt has 7 triangles, out of 597, which show signs of wear. All the other fabric is sturdy and the colors are vibrant. There is slight age staining and the quilt appears to be in unwashed condition. There is one larger stain which is shown in the photos.

$ 350.00

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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: c. 1830-40’s
SIZE: 4” x 3 ½”
LOCATION FOUND: Western, NY
DESCRIPTION: This is an early fabric holder for needles. The jacket appears to be linen in olive green. Inside are 5 pieces of fabric in a beautifully muted colored wool/linen. The inside fabric is an early block print. The piece is hand sewn and edged with an embroidery whip stitch. The needles inside are newer and included with the item.
CONDITION: This is a lovely piece, in great condition considering its age. All the fabric is intact and the colors are vibrant. The outside has some soiling.

$ 175.00

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AGE: Circa 1890-1990's
SIZE: 72" x 93"
LOCATION FOUND: Upstate NY
DESCRIPTION: This is a Mennonite quilt top whose maker was very skilled with the needle. It consists of 12 Star of Bethlehem squares that are 21 ½” squares separated by 1 ¾” sashing and border. It is made with solid brightly colored fabrics typical of the Mennonite and reflects fabric from this time period. The bright colors create an overall visually appealing design. The quilt is all precisely hand pieced at 9 SPI
CONDITION: This quilt top has never been used or washed. The fabrics are extremely vibrant and sturdy. There are no holes, tears, or stains. There is some very slight fabric fading on the white and blue fabric and slight discoloration of the green fabric in a few areas however this is not noticeable except upon close inspection. This piece could be used uncompleted and easily hung on a wall or, if finished, would be a beautiful quilt.

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AGE: c. 1850’s
SIZE: 79” X 86”
LOCATION FOUND: Upstate NY
DESCRIPTION: This is an amazing collection of very early fabrics including ombre prints, Prussian blues, double pink and chrome yellow. This quilt has a stunning intensity in color. There are 45 8” squares assembled on point separated by 3" sashing of a stunning yellow-gold color fabric. Be sure to view the pictures so you can view some of this fabric. The quilt edge is done with a half design of the squares, giving the quilt a sense of a border. The back is muslin.
CONDITION: The fabric in this quilt is stunning, incredibly vibrant and crisp. It appears to never have been washed or used. It is all hand pieced and quilted at an even 8 stitches per inch in outline quilting with cable stitching in the sashing. The binding is hand done. Six of the squares show fabric deterioration, which are pictured. The quilt is well worth the restoration or can certainly be used as is, as it displays beautifully.

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AGE: Circa 1880’s
SIZE: 42” x 43”
LOCATION FOUND: Schohaire County NY
DESCRIPTION: This is an unusual pattern called Broken Sugar Bowl. It is a charming small size vintage crib quilt perfect for displaying on the wall, putting over a table, or adding to your quilt collection. The fabrics are characteristic of the region with a cohesive color theme of double pinks, small black polka dots, and a chocolate brown print. This antique quilt is made up of 10” squares separated with sashing and a border. The quilt is all hand pieced with a hand sewn binding and outline quilting 8-9 STI. In the sash and border the quilting consists of parallel lines 1” apart. This quilt does not have any batting, making it very light and soft and easy for hanging.
CONDITION: All the fabric is colorful and clean with intact fabric and seams. There are a few very small holes however not noticeable. (See Photos)

$ 375.00

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AGE: c. 1850’s
SIZE: 65” x 80”
LOCATION FOUND: New Hampshire
DESCRIPTION: This is a fabric lover’s quilt top with an incredible variety of very early fabrics. There are 48 eight pointed star squares separated by 3” sashing. The fabrics include ombres, double pinks, matter browns, indigos with chrome yellow, brilliant blues, and fugitive purples. It is all hand pieced.
CONDITION: This quilt has amazingly vibrant color. It has never been washed. There are no tears or holes except the border on 2 sides show considerable fabric deterioration. This fabric could easily be cut away without affecting the design of the quilt. There is some staining in the sashing and a few age spots however the quilt top is so colorful that these do not detract from the overall beauty.

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AGE: Circa 1860-70’s
SIZE: 11” x 8”
LOCATION FOUND: Western NY
DESCRIPTION: This is an authentic miniature antique doll quilt in a four patch design separated by sashing. It would display beautifully on a vintage doll bed or on a county table top. The squares are 1” in size and it is all hand pieced. The fabrics are lovely browns, pinks and tans with a muslin back. It is hand quilted in an overall diamond grid pattern at 6-7 STI. The binding is hand done in a fabric of the same vintage.
CONDITION: This miniature quilt fabric is sturdy without tears or holes. It has a nice overall patina however is soiled on the front. The back is quite stained. (see photos). This quilt has not been soaked and it is possible some of the soil would lift.

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AGE: Circa 1880’s
SIZE: 17 ½” x 11 ½ ”
LOCATION FOUND: Western NY
DESCRIPTION: This is an authentic antique doll quilt in beautiful fabrics characteristic of this time period. The front fabrics are madder browns and the back is a wool challis. The squares are 1 ½” in size and it is all hand pieced. It has a 1 ½” border and hand stitched binding with some of the same fabric found in the doll quilt. This lovely piece of folk art is finely hand quilted in teeny even 10 STI an overall diamond grid pattern.
CONDITION: This miniature quilt front fabric is vibrant and colorful without tears or holes. There are 2 spots where the fabric is slightly faded however does not detract from the overall beauty and charm of the doll quilt. The back has seen considerable wear. (See photos)

$ 215.00

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