| Pair of Appliqued Pillow Cases: Rarotonga; Circa 1970 $135. pair | |
Bold pair of appliqued pillow cases from Rarotonga, one of the Cook Islands in the South Pacific. Fascinating to see the similarity with something that could have been made across the world in the United States in the same time period.
Unwashed condition. Measure 27 3/4" x 20" including edging. Several different embroidery patterns in shaded tones embellish the applique. Circa 1970; Rarotonga.
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 | Whole Cloth Doll Quilt; Circa 1860 $450. |
Beautiful Whole Cloth doll quilt of uncertain provenance. The most likely origins are either French or Indian. Interior fabric is block printed. Outer border is actually made of two bands of calico fabric cleverly seamed to create a herringbone effect. Superb condition. Backing is gauzy white cotton. Measures 14" x 18"; circa 1860.
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| Crewel Embroidered Waist Pocket: Circa 1800 $2875. |  |
Extraordinarily rare crewel embroidered Waist Pocket dating to about 1800. Wool on linen with cotton binding. Incredible condition. Unusually bright and colorful. Professionally mounted on stretcher that measures 15 1/2" wide and 18" long. Found in Pennsylvania.
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| | Victorian Crazy Doll Quilt: Circa 1890; Maryland $975. |
Elegant Crazy Doll Quilt that is much dressier than doll quilts usually are. Handmade lace is an exceptional border for the piece. Embroidery includes nearly every motif typical of Victorian crazy quilts - flowers, fans and butterflies. Better than usual are the chickens, horse and man. Excellent condition. Maryland origin; circa 1890. Professionally framed; measures 23" x 28".
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