10-28-201210-28-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2618BBoston
October 28, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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Patriotic Woven Wool and Linen Coverlet

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$480$400
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2618BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 28, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

Patriotic Woven Wool and Linen Coverlet, made by Ira Hadsell, Palmyra, New York, dated "1851," single-piece double weave coverlet in tomato red wool yarns and tan-toned linen or cotton, depicting a shaped reserve at the center with flowers and foliage, busts of Liberty, and American flags, on a field of flowers and leafy vines, bordered with flowers, scrolled leaves, cornucopia, and with eagles and American shields in the corners, the bottom with woven inscriptions [made for] "D.M. Mason/WOVEN AT PALMYRA N.Y. BY. IRA HADSELL," (imperfections),87 x 81 in.
Estimate $400-600

Scattered areas of fabric loss a few holes through to both sides, fraying on edges, scattered brownish stains, toning.

Keywords

Ira Hadsell, PALMYRA N.Y. BY, Palmyra