CONTC5 Cactus Basket Quilt

c.1870
78 x 78 inches
New York
$2,600

On a scale of 1 to 10, this fabulous Cactus Basket Quilt deserves a 15 in regards to the quilting worked here. The sides of each block measure apx 8” and are on point while the triangles measure 2 x 1-1/2 x 1-1/2". Every other block contains a wreath filled with inside grid quilting 1/4” apart. The corner sections around the wreath are quilted in the same manner. The cactus basket is quilted in 1/2” grids. The entire double border measuring 5” in width is quilted in an apx 1/2” grid. The outside border is finished with a 3/8” binding. All piecing and quilting has been executed by hand. The workmanship on this quilt is exquisite and shows beautifully on a queen size bed with 9” over on each side. The white fabric used on the front and back of this is piece is a fine cotton. The binding, inner border, 1/2" sashing and baskets are the same 19th century pink. Organically hand washed and ready to be seen on approval in the privacy of your home.