CONLK5 Variable Stars
c.1870
76 x 78 inches
New England
$2,900

This mint condition ...perfect unused condition....miniature Variable Star pattern will make a perfect addition to a fabric junkie’s collection. This Variable Star quilt has early mint condition chintz, very early block print Turkey red calicos and wonderful madder dyed prints...all rare and unusual fabrics. Pieced and calico blocks measure 7 inches square and are all hand pieced. Much later the blocks were machine pieced together with a brown calico. There are a very few, very slight spots on this quilt, but it has never been washed. The back is a wonderful large size calico. Started around c.1825 and finished c.1875, it was a work in progress. Ready to hang in your home or to adorn a guest bed.