Coverlet

Probably Asahel Phelps American

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This dark blue wool and undyed cotton coverlet is woven in two panels and seamed together at the center. The central field is decorated with medallion forms. The wide inner border shows floral and diamond motifs, while the narrow outer border has alternating hearts and diamonds. There are four corner blocks, each with an eagle surmounted by thirteen stars.

Coverlet, Probably Asahel Phelps, Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven, American

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Coverlet, Probably Asahel Phelps, Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven, American
Coverlet, Probably Asahel Phelps, Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven, American
Coverlet, Probably Asahel Phelps, Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven, American
Coverlet, Probably Asahel Phelps, Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven, American
Coverlet, Probably Asahel Phelps, Cotton and wool warp and weft, woven, American

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