Description:
Crazy quilt made with triangles of silks, velveteens, and narrow ribbons. These novelty fabrics were probably taken from hat linings, silk samples, and ties/cravats and feature a variety of paisleys, florals, geometric prints and warp-patterned (chine) designs in predominantly purple, blue, and maroon. The two longs sides of the quilt arranged into decorative points trimmed with fringe and all four sides edged with black velvet piping. Condition is good with some squares of shattered silk. One corner signed "S.H.S. 1884"

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