Twelve Quilts of Christmas – #7

Stars and Flowers, 1859. Maker “E.F.” Wool embroidery on cotton. Probably Ohio. 93 x 76 in. Collection of Eleanor Bingham Miller, Speed Art Museum.

 

 

The unusual mix of embroidery and quilting sets this quilt apart, as does the delicate and balanced composition.

 

Enjoy!

 

 

 

COMMENTS

  1. Sharon says...

    Thank you for showing us this. I love those small blocks. “More, please.”

    • Sharon says...

      Oops! I just did some rough computations and see these blocks aren’t small. It must be the delicate applique that makes them appear small. Still beautiful.

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