CON TK Oak Leaf and Reel
c.1850
82 x 84
$2,800
What a beauty! Nothing says “Have a Merry Christmas!” more eloquently than this joyous piece of textile art expertly hand made and hand quilted long ago.
Crisp and bright, this wonderful quilt rings in the holiday season with its Turkey red and overdyed green on white color palette in a beautiful, bold design. Made from solid colored fabrics this skillfully appliquéd Oak Leaf and Reel pattern provides a vivid and graphic statement against a pristine white background which is beautifully hand quilted using double line florals, leaves, hearts, outline and cable! Each oak leaf and reel applique is 16 ½ x 17 inches and is connected to its neighbor by a leaf sprig, with the whole surrounded by two borders: a festive red and green sawtooth 1 ½ inches in width and a wider 7 ½ inch white border with exquisite double cable quilting in fine stitches. The backing is white with a ¼ inch applied binding in the same white as the back.
This antique quilt has everything you look for when adding to your collection or giving that perfect gift to a loved one or friend – expert needlework, lovely design and excellent condition. This year, say “Merry Christmas!” with style!
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