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Katie Gifford Crazy Quilt with Triangle Border
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| Accession #: | 2133.3 |
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| Title: | Katie Gifford Crazy Quilt with Triangle Border |
| Object Type: | Quilt |
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| Physical Description: | This quilt is an example of the crazy quilt style. The nine crazy blocks were created with a circular motion to them. The border is made of isosceles triangles. The backing fabric suggests "Japanese" motifs. It is heavily embellished with embroidery. |
| Description: | "Japanese" design became especially popular during the last quarter of the nineteenth century. Associated with "Japanese" design, asymmetry is especially prevalent in the patterns of this quilt. Its silk backing fabric also features Asian motifs. |
| Category: | Textiles |
| Subjects/Topics/Concepts: |
Bedding (Furnishing)
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| Geographical Reference: | Johnsonville (National->New York) |
| Dimensions: |
Object L x W 74 x 74 "
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| Materials/Techniques: |
embroidery floss (Material)
silk (Material)
satin (Material)
quilting (Technique)
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| Marks/Inscription: |
On one block: "YRC"
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| Credit Line: | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. George R. Collins, 1972 |
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