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Leaves Overshot Coverlet
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| Accession #: | 2962.162 |
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| Title: | Leaves Overshot Coverlet |
| Object Type: | Coverlet |
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| Physical Description: | This blue and natural colored overshot coverlet is made of two panels which are stitched together at the center. The record notes "8 harness loom woven with a "maple leaf or olive. The coverlet is hemmed on both ends. It appears to be made of linen and wool. |
| Description: | The repetition of a "leaf" pattern produces a dazzling effect in this piece. Overshot coverlets like this one were woven by both home weavers and professionals. They were especially popular during the first half of the nineteenth century. |
| Category: | Textiles |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Bedding (Furnishing)
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| Dimensions: |
Object L x W 52 x 77"
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| Materials/Techniques: |
wool (textile) (Material)
linen (material) (Material)
woven (Technique)
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| Credit Line: | Museum Transfer, Fort Wright Historical Museum, 1983 |
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