Q9305 Signature Quilt


c.1860
74 x 76 inches
Pennsylvania or New York
$2,700

I have never seen a Signature Block constructed in this way...on the diagonal with the dark sections touching. This fabric is a wonderful deep true Indigo ...and America's favorite quilt color.

There are 25 Signature blocks with solid white joining blocks. The signature blocks measure 11-1/2 x 12-3/4..the joining white blocks measure apx. 9-1/4" x 9-1/4". I know these measurements may sound strange. All piecing and quilting are executed by hand. The solid white blocks are quilted in a diagonal grid 3/4" apart with small perfect stitches. The Indigo blocks are quilted in a straight line parallel pattern 3/4" apart following the direction of each block.

There is a separately hand applied 1/4" binding, in a lighter Indigo Blue. The backing is a solid white in a very fine linen. This stunning quilt lets us share some sociology. As these fabrics were very expensive we can surmise that the quilter was part of an affluent family.

Now organically hand washed and ready to be sent for your approval. There are 3 very faint spots.

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