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Mosaic Quilt with Tasseled Edge
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| Accession #: | 2962.157 |
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| Title: | Mosaic Quilt with Tasseled Edge |
| Object Type: | Quilt |
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| Physical Description: | This mosaic quilt is made of hexagon-shaped pieces of fabric that have been hand sewn together. One patch appears to be part of a ribbon that originally stated "Democrat Club 1890." Many pieces appear to be from men's ties. The edge is decorated with tassels. |
| Description: | This colorful quilt is made of hexagons cut from a large variety of fabrics, many of which appear to be from men's ties. Tassels attached to the edge complete the elegant look of this piece. |
| Category: | History |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Bedding (Furnishing)
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| Dimensions: |
Object L x W 78 x 68 "
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| Materials/Techniques: |
cotton (Material)
silk (Material)
rayon (Material)
quilting (Technique)
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| Marks/Inscription: |
Democrat Club 1890
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| Credit Line: | Museum Transfer, Fort Wright Historical Museum, 1983 |
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