patriotic-new-york-coverlet-1851
Lot 204
Patriotic New York Coverlet, 1851,
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Linen and wool, double weave, two loom widths joined with center seam, natural cotton and red wool; with central geometric figure surrounded by fruit filled urns; national seal with eagle and banner reading "E. Pluribus Unum;" eagle holding arrows and olive branch; corner block with date and maker "1851 / Mortimer Smith / Lewis.Co.NY."

95" x 82"

From a private collection.

Made in very patriotic spirit

Small hole to corner; small area of staining, otherwise very good

$300 - 500