Authentic period handmade Dresden Plate quilt, likely dating to the 1930s to early 1940s. The varied pastel florals, checks, stripes and small prints have the characteristic Depression era scrap quilt appearance, with extensive hand quilting throughout.
Details
- Pattern: Dresden Plate
- Era: Likely 1930s to early 1940s
- Construction: Pieced and appliqued quilt top
- Quilting: Hand quilted
- Material: Cotton fabrics with cotton batting likely
- Fabrics: Assorted period cotton prints including likely feed sack and dress fabric scraps
- Ground: Warm cream cotton
- Backing: Solid cream cotton
- Border: Pieced multicolor scrap border
- Size: Approximately 63 x 73 inches
- Maker: Unknown
- Origin: Likely American
- Design: Approximately 20 Dresden Plate motifs in varied sizes and fabric combinations
Condition
Poor to fair antique condition. Significant age and use wear including open and deteriorated areas along the borders, fabric loss, exposed batting, fraying, loose threads, scattered staining and discoloration. Slight mothball odor is present. Interior quilt field remains substantially intact. Photos should be considered part of the condition description.
Best marketed as an authentic timeworn textile for collection, display, study or careful restoration rather than everyday bedding.
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