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Accession number |
1990.41.01- |
Artist |
Maker Unknown |
Description |
Perkiomen Valley quilt comprised of a 10 x 10 block formation of split nine patch pieced blocks. Each block averages 7.50" x 7.50" and is made of nine individual squares averaging 2.50" x 2.50" of various plain and printed cottons.The arrangement of colors and prints which creates the alternating light and dark design that characterizes the Perkiomen Valley design. There is a 3/8" wide applied binding of the same fabric as the back. The entire quilt has been handstitched with white thread and has an SPI of 7. The back is comprised of a light brown furnishing cotton with a pink rose and green leaf print. |
Dimensions |
W-74.25 L-75 inches |
Length (ft) |
6.250 |
Length (in) |
75.000 |
Material |
Cotton |
Catalog Number |
1990.41.36 |
Object Name |
Quilt |
Place of Origin |
Worcester Township, Montgomery County |
Width (ft) |
6.188 |
Width (in) |
74.250 |
Year Range from |
1920 |
Year Range to |
1935 |