T1974.107
PeriodCirca 1870-1880
Place MadeNew Jersey, U.S.A.
MediumCotton
Dimensions88 × 73 in. (223.5 × 185.4 cm)
ClassificationsQuilts and Coverlets
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Reid, 1961
Object numberT1974.107
DescriptionA quilt in the Floral Basket pattern, hand pieced of green and dark orange floral print, with a butterscotch yellow background, the blocks set on point in a three by four arrangement, alternating with the background fabric. The basket handles appear to be machine sewn. The quilt includes a zigzag pieced border of the green and orange fabrics. The backing is a brown cotton with a beige, orange, and brown foliate design. The quilt's medium thick batting is held with outline and diagonal running quilt stitching.Collections
