Overshot Coverlet 1787
- Description
- The date 1787 and the letters “M S” are woven into a corner of this cotton, linen, and wool, single-woven overshot coverlet. The center seam indicates the coverlet was woven in two sections that were sewn together. One section is an inch smaller than the other. The pattern could be a variation of “Kings Flower” pattern or “Roses and Tables.” This Coverlet was found in New York State. It is not known if “M S” are the initials of the weaver or the owner, both of whom are unknown. In the 18th century, household textiles were prized possessions, and it was not unusual for them to be marked with the owner’s initials and the date. However, the marking was usually done with embroidery.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Object Name
- coverlet, overshot
- date made
- 1787
- maker
- unknown
- Physical Description
- cotton, linen and wool (overall material)
- Measurements
- overall: 89 in x 64 in; 226.06 cm x 162.56 cm
- place made
- United States
- ID Number
- 1979.0723.2
- accession number
- 1979.0723
- catalog number
- 1979.0723.2
- subject
- Domestic Furnishings
- Textiles
- Coverlets
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- Home and Community Life: Textiles
- Coverlets
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center
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