| Amish & Mennonite Antique Quilts |
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| Old Order Amish, Nebraska Amish, Lancaster Amish & Mennonite Antique Quilts |
| Amish & Mennonite antique quilts range from the very sophisticated to true folk art. The various, and divergent, communities that make up the Amish across America each have their own quilt characteristics among their many common attributes. These antique quilts were made using mostly cottons, wools, and wool challies. Amish antique quilts are known for their solid colors, strong graphics, geometric designs and exquisite quilting. Amish stumpwork quilts would be considered folk art as well. Quilt characteristics that may be particular to one group are discussed below the image of each quilt. Mennonite antique quilts differ in the fabric choices made; many were created with calicoes, plaids, and stripes, in addition to solid colors. To Amish quilters, the only acceptable use for a non-solid fabric would have been for the quilt backing. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8853 Mennonite Log Cabin Streak of Lightning c.1880 77 x 88 PA or OH $1,900 What a fabulous Mennonite quilt with absolutely stunning graphics! This cotton Log Cabin in the Streak of Lightning pattern shows a wonderful use of color and movement. The quilt maker chose a specific color palette and took great care with color placement so the graphics would grab and hold the viewer’s eye. All of the 1 3/4 inch center chimneys are a beautiful chrome yellow calico. The logs immediately surrounding the chimneys are done in consistent pairs of sweet calicoes: a dark blue, light blue with white calico and a red, pink with white calico. Each block is approximately 7 1/4 inches square with all logs approximately 7/8 inch wide. The quilt is foundation pieced by hand and each log is outline quilted by hand on two sides. The cotton backing is strip pieced in lovely cotton prints. Please see the detail image. The applied 3/8” binding is a red, pink and white calico. This wonderful and carefully designed quilt has been professionally hand washed by Betsey and is in crisp, apparently unused condition. Remember, we are happy to send this quilt to you on approval for private viewing in your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8850 Mennonite Pineapple Log Cabin Crib Quilt with Bars Border c.1870 34 x 34 Lancaster County, PA $2,600 This is a fabulous Mennonite wool challis quilt that some lucky child had in their small bed so long ago. Nine log cabin blocks set in the pineapple configuration make for stunning graphics – add the diagonal bar border and you have a magnificent diminutive work of art. Wool challis log cabin blocks measure approximately 7 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches with red wool center chimneys 1 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches. Executed mostly in solid wool challis in browns, taupes, blues, grays and reds there are some interesting stripes, plaids and polka dots that add visual texture and interest to this fascinating piece. Diagonal bars use the same fabrics found in the log cabins and create a 4 1/4 inch wide border. In completely original condition there are some moth holes that we haven’t touched, preferring to leave this gem in its excellent, original condition. The backing is of typical Mennonite construction. Wide strips of various early cotton fabrics are sewn together for a beautiful effect on the back side of this quilt. Please see detail images for a view of the back. Straight line quilting stitches in brown thread hold the top and the backing together and are mostly hidden. A 3/8 inch hand applied solid taupe wool challis is used for the binding. This is a wonderful early Mennonite crib quilt executed with lovely wool challis fabrics in a fabulous pineapple log cabin design with diagonal bars. A treasure for any antique quilt collector or for lovers of graphic textile art. Please call if you’d like to see this small beauty in your home on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8861 Old Order Amish Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Dated April 8, 1921 with initials: LB 68 x 76 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA $3,800 A stunning Old Order Amish Log Cabin quilt with an abstract feel. This Courthouse Steps was created using all solids in wool, wool challis and fine cotton fabrics in a gorgeous palette. Double borders in deep green wool challis and pale rose cotton sateen manage to contain the energy and vitality of the sunshine and shadows within. The pale rose inner border contains the initials of the maker ‘L B’ on one end of the quilt, with the date of her creation stitched into the border at the opposite end: April 8 1921 in a clean script that is easily legible. Finding maker’s initials and dates is not as unheard of in Old Order Amish quilts as it would be in Lancaster Amish quilts where such as thing is seen as self important, drawing attention to the individual rather than focusing on the whole community. Log Cabin blocks measure 11 x 11 inches with chimneys approximately 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches. The inner pale rose border is 3 inches wide with the outer wool challis border 7 inches. Entirely hand quilted using black thread the outer border contains diagonal parallel lines; the inner border contains repeated stitched pairs of flower buds with the date on one end of the quilt and the initials on the other nested between flower pairs. Log Cabins are outline quilted with center chimneys containing a large ‘X’ within outline quilting. This is a gorgeous and very graphic work of art. Minor imperfections which we will not touch include some early restoration weaving work in the green border, we believe by the maker as it uses the original quilting thread, as well as some other stitches here and there in a log that again appear to be almost original to the quilt. The backing is a light gray cotton which shows some discoloration in areas where wool color bled to the back side only. The backing folds to the front and is treadle machine topstitched down to form the 1/2 inch binding. A stunning piece of textile art that could hold its own in a contemporary abstract art showing that is more specifically, and more importantly, a gorgeous example of an Old Order Amish Log Cabin quilt from the Big Valley of Mifflin County, PA of 1921. Please contact us if you’d like to see this quilt on approval in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8858 Amish Diamond in the Square c.1935 76 x 82 Lancaster County, PA $5,800 Lancaster County Amish women loved the simple Diamond in the square pattern as it represented the unpretentious lifestyle and beliefs of their community. Originally adapted from the center medallion quilt style that was popular among “English” quilt makers in the mid 19th century, it became their most conventional of formats: a central diamond within a narrow border which, in turn, is placed within a wider border. The elegance and simplicity of the Diamond design is enhanced by lavish and exquisite hand quilting – very typical of the Amish quilts of Lancaster County created from the 1890’s to mid twentieth century. This all cotton Diamond in the Square’s exquisite hand quilting is elegant and fine and contains undulating feathers in the border with diagonal cross hatch in the background; feather wreaths and swags in the green triangles; flowing feather figure 8's in the center diamond with cross hatch surrounding; and a twining leaf in the inner border. A stunning palette that will bring light into your life, please look at the detail photos for accurate colors. Saturated colors in deep pink, rich green and aqua blue are perfect backdrops for the outrageous hand quilting. The backing is a medium solid blue cotton that folds to the front and is treadle machine topstitched down to form the 1/2 inch binding. Please contact us if you would like to see this quilt on approval in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8849 Old Order Amish Wool Challis Streak of Lightning c.1880 65 x 65 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA SOLD An absolutely stunning Streak of Lightning wool challis quilt made by an Old Order Amish quilt maker over 130 years ago. Log Cabin blocks measuring 9 x 9 inches were created using wool challis in all solids in the most amazing colors. There is deep purple for each chimney, black logs in a multitude of glorious shades due to oxidation and the various mordants and dying processes used for the various black challis, vibrant russet orange logs and a deep claret wine challis for the innermost 3 inch border. The outer 2 7/8 inch border is black. Hand quilting in dark thread using tiny stitches includes one inch diagonal cross hatch stitching in the two outer borders; an ‘X’ stitched in each chimney; with every 2nd or 3rd log quilted down one side. The outer border folds to the back to form the 1/4 inch binding which is hand stitched down to a gorgeous c.1850 backing. Floral sprays in mostly rust, with some pale green and blue accents are set on solid black on this very early and beautiful wool challis backing fabric. There are a few ‘original’ moth bites, and a bit of wear on the outer binding which we have not touched and which in no way detracts from the impact and beauty of this quilt. Please ask us if you would like to see this antique beauty in your home on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8846 Nebraska Amish Cake Stand Crib Quilt c.1925-30 31 x 38 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA SOLD The Nebraska Amish are the most conservative among the various Amish communities. They are known as the "Nebraska Amish" as, in the late 1880's, several leaders and their families came from Nebraska to Mifflin County, PA at the Reedsville end of the valley to help a dissatisfied group within the Big Valley Amish community. The group split from the larger faction and became known as the Nebraska Amish or "Nebraskas". If you visit the Big Valley today you will find this Amish community is distinguished from other Amish groups by their white topped buggies with brown carriage boxes - their nickname is "White-Toppers". The Nebraska Amish quilts are distinguished by the certain set of patterns they were allowed to use by the church; most common are the Nine Patch, Four Patch and Blockwork. You do also see less common patterns such as the Cake Stand used for this sweet and diminutive piece. Cake stand blocks measuring 5 1/4 inches are set on point with black joining squares. The design is surrounded by two inner borders, 1 3/8 inches and 1 1/2 inches wide, in subtly different shades of blue and a 4 1/2 inch wide black outer border. Hand quilting in dark thread consists of the traditional design motifs of straight rows in the cake stand blocks, diagonal double lines in the inner borders, cross hatch in the joining blocks, and fans in the outer border. The backing is dark blue cotton with an applied 1/2 inch blue binding. A wonderful little quilt in excellent unused condition it can be sent to you on approval for viewing in your home. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8845 Old Order Amish Blockwork Crib Quilt c.1935 44 x 48 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA $2,100 The Nebraska Amish are the most conservative among the various Amish communities. They are known as the "Nebraska Amish" as, in the late 1880's, several leaders and their families came from Nebraska to Mifflin County, PA at the Reedsville end of the valley to help a dissatisfied group within the Big Valley Amish community. The group split from the larger faction and became known as the Nebraska Amish or "Nebraskas". If you visit the Big Valley today you will find this Amish community is distinguished from other Amish groups by their white topped buggies with brown carriage boxes - their nickname is "White-Toppers". This wonderful crib quilt is a fascinating example of the Blockwork pattern quite often used by the Nebraska Amish. This pattern, along with the Nine Patch and Four Patch are the most popular among the Nebraskas. The arrangement of the blocks gives an abstract, modernistic feel to this quilt. The interior design is surrounded by three borders: a 1 1/2 inch gray, 2 inch blue and the outer black border is 5 1/2 inches wide. The cotton backing fabric is a pale aqua and the applied 7/8 inch blue binding is blue. Hand quilting on this unique crib quilt includes chain quilting throughout surrounded by straight line quilting - very typical of the Nebraska Amish. A beautiful crib quilt from the Old Order Amish community known as the Nebraskas, it is in excellent unused condition. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. Please ask us if you’d like to see this quilt on approval in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8848 Old Order Amish Center Square Crib Quilt c.1920 top 26 x 32 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA $1,500 The Nebraska Amish are the most conservative among the different Amish communities. They are known as the "Nebraska Amish" as, in the late 1880's, several leaders and their families came from Nebraska to Mifflin County, PA at the Reedsville end of the valley to help a dissatisfied group within the Big Valley Amish community. The group split from the larger faction and became known as the Nebraska Amish or "Nebraskas". If you visit the Big Valley today you will find this Amish community is distinguished from other Amish groups by their white topped buggies with brown carriage boxes - their nickname is "White-Toppers". This Nebraska Amish crib quilt in the center square pattern is in unused condition. While the top is c.1920 Betsey believes that backing and quilting were done c.1950, however the quilting thread is early (using non-mercerized cotton thread for the quilting). Hand quilting in dark thread consists of the traditional Nebraska Amish motifs of fans in the center square, half chains in the outer border and double line parallel lines in the inner blue border making up a zigzag design. A solid blue 3/8” wide applied binding finishes the crib quilt beautifully. A wonderful diminutive piece that has been hand washed by Betsey and is ready to be sent to you on approval for viewing in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8847 Nebraska Amish Four Patch Crib Quilt c.1925 33 x 49 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA SOLD The Nebraska Amish are the most conservative among the different Amish communities. They are known as the "Nebraska Amish" as, in the late 1880's, several leaders and their families came from Nebraska to Mifflin County, PA at the Reedsville end of the valley to help a dissatisfied group within the Big Valley Amish community. The group split from the larger faction and became known as the Nebraska Amish or "Nebraskas". The Nebraska Amish quilts are distinguished by the particular set of patterns they were allowed to use by the church; most common are the Nine Patch, Four Patch and Blockwork. Their palette consists mainly of blacks, grays, blues, plums, purples and tans while their quilting motifs are primarily straight rows, diagonal lines and double lines, chains, and fans. This beautiful unused crib quilt is in the Four Patch pattern with blocks set on point and utilizes the traditional palette in a sophisticated and elegant manner. Hand quilted using dark threads the motifs include diagonal double lines in the outer border, single chain in the inner blue border, with straight parallel lines for the interior design. A wonderful, very elegant work of art that would be spectacular on a wall, it has been professionally hand washed by Betsey and is in excellent condition. Please ask us if you’d like to see this quilt on approval in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8603 Old Order Amish Wool Bricks c.1895 61 x 75 Big Valley, Mifflin County, PA $2,400 The dual color quilting in a Log Cabin Barn Raising formation over the Wool Bricks pattern places this wonderful Old Order Amish piece in the out-of-the-ordinary category. Using both red pearl cotton and white quilting threads the lines are parallel to each other and approximately 1 1/2 inches apart with just the red going through to the backing. The hand pieced and quilted Wool Bricks pattern is made up of wool suiting rectangles measuring approximately 2 ¾ x 4 ½ inches in shades of navy, deep green, browns, blue, grey and tan. The quilting with its 3-D, almost pulsating, effect has created an extremely unusual textile that transcends decors and is at home in either a glass and chrome home or an early American colonial. Red cotton backing is turned from back to front to form the ½ inch binding. In unused condition this quilt is ready to use. It can be shipped to you on approval for viewing in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8832 Amish Applique Floral Crib Quilt c.1930 52 x 52 PA $2,800 This little treasure is a wonderful find for Betsey’s clients who love Pennsylvania Amish quilts and crib quilts in particular. This sweet quilt is made from soft cotton in lovely, saturated shades of navy blue, lavender, green, pink, yellow and medium blue, and backed with a solid medium forest green cotton. Lovely eight petaled flowers are 11 inches in diameter and are appliqued onto a beautiful navy blue background. An inner border of solid pink is 2 1/2 inches in width with the outer navy blue border measuring 7 inches wide. The applied 3/8 inch binding is in the same solid pink as found in the inner border and is treadle machine top stitched. Beautiful hand quilting using black thread includes outline stitching for the flower appliqués, with double parallel lines, cross hatch and outline stitching in the dark blue background inside the double borders. Quilting designs for the borders contain pumpkin seeds in the pink border with a scrolling vine in the outer navy border. This is a wonderful find for Amish and crib quilt lovers and in excellent condition. Perfectly suited as a graphic piece of textile art to add beauty and a spot of happiness to your home or office. This quilt can be sent to you on approval for your review before purchase. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8819 Old Order Amish Bear Paw Crib Quilt c. 1915 39 x 51 Ohio $5,800 Old Order Amish are distinguished by their nonconformist attitudes and resistance to social change, and are characterized by a strictly rural way of life, a horse-and-buggy culture, the use of a dialect of the German language, and "plain" dress resembling that of European peoples two centuries ago. They have no meetinghouses and some communities oppose the use of tractors for farming. These more conservative views distinguish them from other Amish groups. This wonderful little Old Order treasure is a great find for Betsey’s clients who love Old Order Amish quilts – and its size is a special bonus. This petite and perfectly scaled example of the Bear Paw pattern is made from cotton fabrics in lovely, muted shades of black, grayish brown, cream and green, and backed with a solid gray-brown cotton. Each Bear Paw block is set on point and measures approximately 6 x 6 inches. Small triangles within the blocks measure one inch per short side, larger triangles 2 1/4 inches per short side. The interior square of each ‘paw’ is approximately 3 1/4 square. Double borders include an inner 1 5/8 inch green border with the outer black border measuring 5 inches in width. The 3/8 inch binding is formed when the backing was turned to the front and treadle machine stitched down. Lovely hand quilting using black thread includes double parallel line stitching in the double border, and 7/8 inch cross hatch stitching in the bear paws and joining blocks. In excellent condition this small quilt is a wonderful find for Amish and crib quilt lovers. Perfectly suited as a graphic piece of textile art to add a bit of sophistication and elegance to your home or office. This quilt can be sent to you for viewing in your home on approval prior to purchase. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. CON 2 Amish Diamond in the Square c.1915 Wool 76 x 78 Lancaster County, PA $8,500 Lancaster County Amish women loved the simple Diamond in the square pattern as it represented the unpretentious lifestyle and beliefs of their community. This pattern is the most conventional of formats: a central diamond within a narrow border which, in turn, is placed within a wider border. This quilt has the addition of corner blocks in both the inner and outer borders. The elegance and simplicity of the Diamond design is enhanced by lavish and exquisite hand quilting – very typical of the Amish quilts of Lancaster County created from the 1890’s to mid twentieth century. Central to the design on this beautiful piece is an echo feather wreath pattern which radiates out from the center. Diagonal 3/4 inch cross hatch stitching for the triangles in the center medallion, pumpkin seeds within a geometric grid for the inner border and meandering feather vines in the outer border and blocks are all executed by hand with exquisite precision. A gorgeous early Amish wool quilt with a cotton backing in a mini black and grey geometric print. A separately applied wine binding matches the inner diamond. There is some fade in one outer blue corner block as well as a small area in the green outer border – this is reflected in the price. Please contact us if you would like to see this quilt on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. CON 3 Amish Diamond in the Square c.1915 Wool 75 x 76 Lancaster County, PA $8,500 Another beautiful example of the elegant and sophisticated Diamond in the Square design which has become the pattern most closely identified with the Amish in Lancaster County. The early Diamond quilts, such as this example, were made in wool rather than the cotton used in later Amish Diamond quilts. As was typical of Lancaster County Amish quilts of this period exquisite hand quilting was executed throughout. There is an echo star center medallion within a feathered wreath, cross hatch stitching in the medium gray triangles, pumpkin seeds within a geometric grid for the darker gray inner border and a meandering feather vine for the outer border. With its gorgeous color palette of rust, hunter green and gray this quilt is quite stunning. While there is some fade in the center diamond which is reflected in the price it remains an elegant example of the Diamond in the Square quilt – the singular aesthetic symbol of Amish culture. The backing is a black and white mini check cotton with a medium wine wool for the applied binding. Please contact us if you’d like this quilt sent to you on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. UF205 Amish Stumpwork Early 20th century 23 ½ x 25 oval Lancaster, PA $450 A beautiful and rare piece of Amish textile art that would be a perfect wall hanging or folk art center piece for a table. Wool stumpwork tulips are arranged in a wreath-like formation in perfect Christmas colors on ecru homespun linen. A delicate ¼” crocheted cotton lace edge frames the whole and is a lovely finishing touch. It appears to be hardly used with one slightly shaded area in the center which can be seen in the photograph. Colorful, dimensional and funky this is a fabulous piece of folk art for your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. CON LF-ME1 Amish Steeplechase c.1940 68 x 79 OH $3,900 This is the quintessential Amish quilt; very representative of the culture and style of the “Plain People”, as the Amish are known by outsiders. Subtle and sophisticated, this quilt has the muted tones and elegant feel we expect in a traditional Amish quilt. In apparently unused condition, the deep black cotton sateen provides the perfect backdrop for the subtle pop of the steeplechase design executed in muted burgundy cotton. Blocks are 8 ¼ inch square and set on point to form the steeplechase pattern set within two borders; a 2 ¾ inch inner burgundy and a 7 ½ inch outer black border. The precise hand quilting is detailed and is executed in black thread. The wide outer border contains a four line cable pattern, the inner border a repeating geometric diamond pattern, and for the pieced and joining blocks a combination of cross hatch stitching and parallel lines. The backing is teal green cotton, and the 5/8 inch applied binding matches the burgundy of the inner border. This art form transcends the full range of architectural design from traditional to modern, so this beautiful quilt would look equally stunning in a home of any design. If you love Amish quilts, don’t let this one get away! Please ask Betsey for more details. Our quilts are always sent on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8761 Amish Wool Stumpwork Starflowers with Triple Border 1900-1915 65 x 70 Lancaster, Pennsylvania $2,400 A fabulous opportunity to acquire a great piece of Amish folk art! In excellent condition, this quilt was constructed from approximately 6 x 6 inch blocks of wool. Bright, thickly tufted stumpwork starflowers are 4 1/2 inches across and made from assorted multicolored and variegated yarns. The quilt is surrounded by a triple border of red and black fine wools, and all seams have been herringbone embellished with variegated and solid yarns in a variety of colors. This beautiful quilt has been hand quilted rather than tied, with herringbone stitching in the triple border, and large cross hatch stitching around the stumpwork starflowers. The binding is formed by the outermost red wool border fabric folding over to the back side and being hand stitched down. The backing is a lovely blue clover weave over olive brown wool. A beautiful and very graphic piece of Amish folk art for your wall. Remember, all of our quilts are sent on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8710 Amish Wool 16 Patch c.1928 76 x 78 Lancaster County, PA $2500 This wool Amish quilt, created mostly from Amish children’s clothing, has wonderful graphics and exquisite detail! Sixteen patch blocks are each created in a variety of solid color wool fabrics and measure 10 ½” square. Blue 4” sashing and a 2 ½” border in the same fabric complement the variety of hues. Embellishment stitching around each element in the quilt adds the perfect detail and accents the checkerboard pattern. Amish quilts are known for their solid colors, strong graphics, geometric designs and exquisite quilting. The fabrics used are the same as for sewing their clothing. The backing might be the only exception, when fabric given as a gift specifically for use on a quilt may be in a bright floral or pattern. Such is the case with this quilt –a lovely pink, blue and cream large scale floral cotton print is used on the back. The backing folds over to the front and is hand stitched down to form the 3/8” binding. Lovely hand quilting using dark thread is used throughout, with 1 ¼” diagonal cross hatch stitching in the sashing, herringbone stitching in the border and diagonal crosses in the 16 patch blocks. This is a beautiful and vibrant quilt perfect for either a bed or used as art on the wall. It really must be seen in person to appreciate – remember, all our quilts can be sent on approval! |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Amish Embroidered Table Runner 1904 apx. 28 x 40 Lancaster County, Pennsylvania $750 This Amish table runner is embroidered in hearts, diamonds and stylized flowers. In a wonderful size for the wall or for a table when it is not being used. Some wear. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8485 Amish Trip Around the World with Hunter Green Border c.1945 83 x 84 Lancaster, Pennsylvania $2,500 In excellent condition, this piece is a wonderful example of classic Amish quiltmaking. Thought to be made by Katie Stoltfus of Lancaster County, the 1 ¾ inch blocks in this Trip Around the World pattern have been machine pieced using rich, deep hues of cotton sateens, cotton jersey, and a few wools. The colors radiate outward from teal, mauves and purples, to greens and blacks before repeating. A 14 inch hunter green border surrounds the body of the quilt, and includes the separately applied 1 3/8 inch binding. Entirely hand quilted using black thread in crosshatching in the Trip Around the World, and a lovely rose vine in the border. The wholecloth backing is a green, black, and lavender paisley print fabric most likely given to the family to be used in a quilt. As Amish culture does not allow for worldly prints, this fabric would be graciously accepted and used unobtrusively as backing. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8471 Amish Bowtie c.1940 62 x 78 New Wilmington, Pennsylvania (western part of the state) $2,950 It is rare to find a quilt so perfectly suited to a boy’s room, but this unused Amish Bowtie certainly appears to fit the bill! Each 10 inch block contains four bowties in either red, blue, pink, or navy. Solid black fabrics with various finishes were used as the background in each block, and provide touches of subtle shine. The blocks have been hand triple line quilted, and the blue joining blocks have been hand quilted with a 1 inch diamond crosshatching. Large yellow and blue triangles filled with double arc quilting form an inner border, and quilted flower petals line the 2 ½ inch golden yellow outer border. A 3/8 inch blue binding has been turned over from the wholecloth backing and machine topstitched. These fabrics are the same as used for sewing their clothing. This is a perfect quilt to use on a bed or as wall art. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. |
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