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RARE, LANCASTER COUNTY, RIBBON SILK QUILT
Unusual fan quilt with piecework that resembles ties or sun rays. Made from ribbon silks and velvets, ca 1870-1890. Lancaster County, Pennsylvania origin. Probably Mennonite. A masterpiece of Pennsylvania German folk art.
Mounting: Professionally mounted on a stretcher frame, on black fabric, in a plexiglas, museum box frame. Can be hung square or on the diagonal for greater effect. |
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Dealer |
Jeff R. Bridgman American Antiques, llc |
| Contact |
Jeff Bridgman |
Phone: (717) 502-1281 |
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| Period: |
19th Century (1801-1900) |
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| Date: |
1870-1890 |
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There are two tiny stitch-repairs in the very center, but it is otherwise immaculate. |
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| Measurements: |
58" x 57.5" x 1.75 (81.5" x 81.5" on diagonal) |
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| Inventory |
Other Inventory by this Dealer |
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http://www.jeffbridgman.com |
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| Price: |
SOLD |
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