Quilt
Object number90.39.2
Artist
Letitia Coventry
Datec. 1860
Mediumcotton
Credit LineGift of Estate of Helen Coventry
DescriptionSquare appliqued quilt features four large blocks with eccentric motif of central star with six radiating flowers and four oak leaves. Colors are bold, saturated yellow, green, red, and orange on a white background. Border is filled with green vases containing stylized flowers with large stamen. Hand-quilted at eleven to thirteen stitches per inch.Dimensions90 x 91 in. (228.6 x 231.1 cm)Inscriptions"Matilda.Coventry." is appliqued in lower left quadrant.
Historical NotesMade by Letitia Coventry.
Related person
Matilda Coventry
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