| About my American Antique Red, White & Green Quilt Collection |
| The gorgeous red, white and green quilts of the mid 1800’s (1835 -1865) are beautiful any time of the year. For decorating on a wall, over a railing or piece of furniture, or perhaps adding that special touch to a guest bed, these antique quilts are wonderful. |
| American Antique Red, White & Green Quilts |
| Click on the pictures below to see more views of my special Red, White & Green Collection. Shading is due to lighting, not representative of the quilt. Please call for the availability or any questions. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8913 Teal & Red Baskets with Triple Border c.1880 69 x 94 (175.3 x 238.8 cm) NY $1,900 This gorgeous baskets quilt has an unusual color palette of teal green with red and white. All solid colored cotton fabrics were used in this completely hand pieced and hand quilted textile. Variations in the teals due to the early dyes make it interesting as well as beautiful. See detail image. Pieced basket blocks, with hand appliqued handles on the baskets, measure 10" x 9 3/4". Lovely wide borders frame the baskets; 2 1/8" for the inner red border, 3 1/4" for the white, and 3" for the outer red border. Hand quilting consists of tiny, even stitches in a 3/4" x 1" diagonal cross hatch pattern throughout with outline quilting in the baskets. The backing is the same white cotton used on the front with a 3/8" applied binding in solid teal green. Professionally hand washed by Betsey this is a beautiful and very graphic baskets quilt that would be perfect on a bed or as art on your wall. Ask us to see this lovely antique on approval in the privacy of your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. CON PH1 Sunflower with Meandering Trumpetvine Border c.1845 80 x 80 (203.2 x 203.2 cm) $4,800 This unique and stunning quilt in wonderful condition showcases this quilter’s advanced skill with a needle. This challenging pattern has been skillfully hand pieced, and a delightful border of meticulously hand appliqued vines and flowers surround the sunflowers. Bright red and vegetable dyed green fabrics sparkle against the white background. The quilter added even more interest to an already eye popping pattern by using ecru cotton in the sharply pointed sprays around the center of each sunflower. Miniscule hand quilting is executed in outline, feather cable, and triple line patterns and covers every inch of this magnificent quilt. See detail photos with lighting to show the quilting detail. The backing is white homespun linen and the applied white binding is a scant 1/4 inch wide. This is an absolutely gorgeous red, white and green quilt in a stunning pattern. Professionally hand washed by Betsey this quilt is ready to ship 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. CON PH3 Floral Wreath Applique c.1850 83 x 92 (210.8 x 233.7 cm) $3,500 This amazing antique quilt with incredible visual impact is on consignment from one of our collectors. Enliven your collection or any room in your home with this beautiful floral wreath hand appliqued quilt in Turkey red, green and cheddar solids on a white ground. Twelve wreaths stand court while an undulating vine with even more Turkey red blooms and buds flow around them. Beautifully hand quilted with diagonal cross hatch stitching inside and around each wreath, each appliqué has stitching to accentuate its shape with echo outline quilting in each wreath. The wide 3 sided border containing the flowering vine includes diagonal, feather vine and floral patterns stitched in the white ground. See detail photos with lighting to show the quilting detail. In wonderful condition, this amazing and completely hand made antique quilt shows variations in the over dyed solid green fabric which is reflected in the price, however, this does not detract from the beauty of the quilt. The backing is white with a hand applied 3/8 inch white binding. This is a red, white and green beauty and would be a standout in any antique quilt collection. This work of art has been professionally hand washed by Betsey and is ready to send 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. CON PH2 Oak Leaf & Reel Floral Applique c.1845 82 x 82 (208.3 x 208.3 cm) Chester County, Pennsylvania $4,800 This unique and stunning quilt in wonderful condition is from the Chester County area of Pennsylvania and showcases this quilter’s unique artistic perspective and advanced skill. She took a traditional oak leaf and reel pattern and, using a color palette popular from 1835 to 1865, made it her own by adding her favorite florals and a unique border. Each 15 ½ inch square block has a skillfully hand appliqued overdyed green calico oak leaf and reel with a solid Turkey red cotton bud, a Turkey red tulip, a double pink calico tulip and a solid Turkey red daisy with soft blue calico inner petals and a yellow center! A somewhat gothic in feel 9 ½ inch wide papercut outer border surrounds the 16 inner blocks and makes for a very intriguing and complex design overall. Complimenting the intricacy of the design the simple but fine hand quilting is in outline and straight line stitches set 5/8 inches apart over the entire piece. The backing is in fine white cotton with a 3/8 inch hand applied Turkey red binding. Vibrant, graphic and full of life this quilt tells of a quilter who loved flowers and intricate design, was skilled at her art and was not afraid to show it! Professionally hand washed by Betsey this quilt is ready to ship 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. CONJM 1 Red, White & Green Floral Applique Dated 1850; Mildred E. Hiller 75 x 89 (190.5 x 226 cm) $2,900 A sweet and very lovely floral applique quilt executed in solid red, a double pink calico and solid green on pure white. A garden of 42 appliqued blooms and countless buds make this antique beauty a balm for any Spring lover’s soul. It makes us happy just looking at it. Each flower block measures approximately 11 1/2 inches square with an appliqued meandering budded floral vine border 4 inches wide surrounding the entire ‘garden’. Applique stitches are fine as are the stitches in the hand quilting which consists of four petal flowers stitched in the center of each red flower, 9 petal flowers with 3/8 inch spaced parallel lines in the white ground, and of special note: a hand stitched heart in the four corners of every floral block. Embroidered in red floss is the date ‘1850’ and the name ‘Mildred E. Hiller’, we presume either the maker of the quilt or the person who owned it. Betsey feels the embroidery was done sometime after the completion of the quilt to document it. A hand applied 1/4 inch wide solid green binding matches the green of the leaves and vine. The backing is white cotton. This beautiful and pristine quilt is in excellent condition. Professionally washed by Betsey it can 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. BT-G Collection: Pinwheel Irish Chain 9 Patch with 8 Point Stars c.1830 top, quilted later by RMQ 70 x 88 (177.8 x 223.5 cm) Boston, MA $4,400 This gorgeous quilt in excellent condition is part of Betsey’s personal collection. The c.1830 quilt top contains some exquisite fabrics in early green, Prussian blue, and madder reds showcased in extremely detailed florals and wonderful plaids. Skillfully stitched, all by hand of course, using patchwork for the pinwheel Irish Chain pattern, and applique for the eight point stars. The design is laid out beautifully on a pristine white ground. Pinwheel blocks and their joining blocks measure 5 inches, and 7 1/2 inch diameter stars are appliqued to 15 inch white blocks. The wonderful and very early quilt top was quilted later by RMQ using a same date very fine homespun linen for the backing, c.1830 1/4 inch hand applied fabric in russet red, ecru and black for the binding, and quilted using linen thread. Beautiful hand quilting patterns include outline and 8 petal flowers in the pinwheel and joining blocks and 1/2 inch diagonal cross hatch behind the outline quilted stars. Professionally hand washed by Betsey, ask her to see this quilt on approval in the privacy of your home. The fabrics are incredible. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8304 Four Patch Basinette Quilt Dated 1891, with 1860's fabrics 33 x 43 (83.8 x 109.2 cm) PA $1,550 This wonderful red, green and white basinette quilt is comprised of two early madder dyed calicoes (c.1860), an over dyed green calico and white. Hand pieced and beautifully hand quilted with feather wreath medallions in the joining blocks, feather vines in the 3 1/2" white border and adjacent white triangles, and straight line quilting in the 4 patch blocks. The date of 1891 is embroidered in two places. The four-patch blocks on this piece measure 5 ¼” each, and the blocks are set on point. An exquisite red, white and green quilt made extra special by its diminutive size it would be perfect as a wall hanging year round or a decorative element for the winter holidays. In excellent condition and professionally hand washed by Betsey this little quilt can be sent to you on approval for viewing in your home. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8338 Turkey Red & Teal Blue Floral Applique c.1845 82 x 90 Weston, NY $3,400 A fabulous quilt by an extremely creative and talented needle artist, this piece was completed in the 1840’s, using solid Turkey red, a gorgeous solid teal blue, and white cottons. Each of the nine 21 x 26 inch rose sprig blocks has been appliqued and reverse appliqued using the tiniest of fine stitches almost invisible to the naked eye. Teal blue sashing 7/8 inch wide surrounds each block and also defines the beautiful three sided border. This 7 inch wide border contains unique urn and heart rose appliqués of the maker's design, all meticulously hand stitched and quilted. The finely executed hand quilting includes outline and echo quilting inside the rose sprigs, and double line quilting throughout the body of the quilt. Each juncture of the sashing is also highlighted by a quilted floral medallion. Please click on the photo above to see the detail image. The backing is white cotton as is the separately applied 3/8 inch binding. An original textile masterpiece of unique design completely by hand and in excellent condition. A fine addition to a collection this very early quilt can be used on a bed or hung on the wall as fine art. It has been professionally hand washed by Betsey and can be sent to you on approval for private viewing in your home. Web images cannot do justice to either the color or exquisite workmanship on this quilt. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8809 Floral Applique with Vining Floral Border c.1850 80 x 93 (203.2 x 236.2 cm) IN or PA $4,000 A gorgeous and very early quilt in Turkey red, overdyed green, double pink and cheddar showcasing a lovely array of appliqued flowers, buds, leaves and vines. This antique textile is also exquisitely hand quilted which adds another dimension of excellence to a beautifully designed and executed quilt. Large and graphic floral appliques dominate the center of the design. Each appliqued block measures approximately 28 inches square and contains a central multi petaled flower in Turkey red and double pink calico with solid cheddar centers. Blossoming out from this flower are four cheddar star points and four tulips pieced in solid Turkey red and double pink calico, then appliqued onto overdyed green patterned bases. Between the tulips are stems with leaves topped with yet more buds with layers of cheddar, Turkey red and double pink! Two additional half blocks measure 28 x 14 each. The tiniest of fine stitches were used to attach each layer of applique. The central pattern is framed by a 10 1/2 inch border containing a meandering vine with appliqued tulips, buds, stems and leaves. Beautifully executed hand quilting features outline stitching for all appliques and diagonal 1/2” cross hatch stitching throughout. The addition of double line quilted hearts in the border indicate it was made for an anniversary or wedding. Backed in the same white as used on the front, this quilt is also beautifully framed by a 3/8” applied solid Turkey red binding. A stunning early quilt by an expert quilt maker, this would be an excellent addition to an early American quilt collection and a joy to display in any room. In excellent condition it has been professionally hand washed by Betsey and is ready to be sent to you on approval. Please ask her for more details. Provenance to be provided to the buyer upon sale. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8795 Red & Tobacco Dyed Green Martha Washington c.1850 90 x 90 (228.6 x 228.6 cm) PA SOLD What a wonderful find for collectors of early American quilts and lovers of early dyes and fabric. The elegant palette and fine execution of the popular Martha Washington pattern with its triple border brings this gorgeous quilt into an over-the-top category. Gorgeous solid red is combined with a tobacco dyed solid green and comprise the only two fabrics used on the front of the quilt. The green exhibits a beautiful gradation to khaki in areas throughout the quilt where the tobacco dye has “moved” and left khaki behind. It is a fabulous look which achieves a stunning effect on this fabulous piece of graphic art. Blocks measure 5 3/8” square and are arranged with vibrant effect in the Martha Washington pattern. The design is then surrounded by a triple border consisting of a 1 ¾” solid red, a 1 ¾” double sawtooth and an outer 1 ¾” border of tobacco dyed green. All precisely hand pieced and finely hand quilted in ½” cross hatch stitches in the large triangles and ½” parallel lines in the small triangles and borders using black thread. The backing is a gorgeous red and black cotton plaid (see detail image) that is a lovely complement to the quilt’s design and palette. A separate hand applied tobacco dyed green ¼” binding finishes the edge of this quilt. Startlingly beautiful and vivid in intensity, this is a wonderful piece of early American textile art. Our quilts are always sent on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8667 Whig Rose Variation c.1845 94 x 96 Lancaster Co, PA $6,800 This exquisite quilt defines what many of us think of when we hear the words "classic mid-nineteenth century American quilt”. The Whig Rose quilt's double border contains a beautifully executed floral design in a variation of the early Whig Rose pattern. Solid Turkey red, an over dyed green on green print, and a yellow calico are set on a pristine white background in the form of finely executed appliqués stitched entirely by hand. Each Whig Rose applique measures approximately 26 x 30 inches and contains very fine hand quilting in outline and flower petal designs. The white background of each block is quilted with unique floral and leaf patterns. The inner 1 ½” white border has hundreds of alternating Turkey red and over dyed green appliqued leaves surrounding the central Whig Rose design. Framing the inner design is a 7 ½” white outer border with quilting executed in an undulating feather vine pattern with stylized tulips. In each of the four corners is a 10” double line quilted heart with interior diagonal cross hatch stitching. The use of hearts is an indication this quilt was related to love or marriage, possibly made as either a wedding or anniversary gift. A masterpiece of hand appliqué in traditional and original patterns executed by an experienced and clever hand. Unused and professionally hand washed by Betsey. This quilt can be sent to you on approval. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. CON LC Carolina Lily c.1860 87 x 90 (221 x 228.6 cm) NY $2,400 Festoon your home this holiday season with the perfect antique hand appliqued quilt for art on your wall, bed or decorating in general. In gorgeous solid Turkey red and overdyed green you just can’t get any more festive. 16 hand appliqued lilies dance among flower buds on a pristine white ground. Solid Turkey red jabots and bows circle the white border measuring 12 3/4 inches on the side borders and 10 inches top and bottom (quilt shown horizontally in photo). Finely done hand quilting consists of outline on each appliqué, 6, 7 and 8 petaled floral motifs in differing sizes and leaf filled trailing vines in the white background. The quilt has a white backing and is finished with a ¼ inch hand applied white binding. This piece is extremely ordered and well planned but gives the impression of free spirited gaity, emphasized by the “scattering” of appliqued buds and the various sizes of the hand quilted multi-petaled flowers and free flowing leafy vines. This lovely quilt would be the focal point of your holiday decorating or any time of year. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8877 Applique Floral with Tasseled Swag c.1845 82 x 82 Possibly New York $3,200 What a fantastic original quilt creation. Fabrics used are solid colors of Turkey red, green and blue on a white background plus the colors of the flowers. This stunningly graphic antique quilt, in fabulous condition, is a masterpiece of skilled needlework and unique design. Nine large “flowers” comprise the center area of the design. Each beautifully appliqued flower has 7 scalloped layers comprised of Turkey red, double pink calico and solid yellow. Each flower also has five appliqued buds both closed and open and stems with leaves. Some leaves also contain reverse appliqué work. A 1 7/8 inch red and green diagonally striped border surrounds the inner blooms. The entire garden is then framed by an 11 inch border of blue swags with red tassels. Each Turkey red tassel is topped by three perfectly appliqued green leaves. Quilting on this wonderful work of art has been done to the extreme with both imagination and skill. Lovely and varied quilting patterns include double line florals of tulips and 4 petal flowers, circles, and leaves. In addition, single line scallops are quilted around the red and green border with tilted diamond chains quilted inside the border. Echo and outline quilting is used throughout in the appliquéd pieces. Some of the quilting marks are still visible. The backing is a high thread count solid white cotton. The binding is a ¼ inch applied red calico fabric appearing to be a later 19th century restoration. Visually and technically this is truly a unique design statement from an accomplished and finely skilled needlewoman – a special treasure to highlight any collection of fine textile art. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. |
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Please view the detail photos (click image above) for more accurate colors. Q8540 Red and Green Sunflower with Holly Border c.1850 79 x 91 ( 200.7 x 231.1 cm) Probably New York $2,300 A fabulous antique quilt in red, white and green. This is a skillfully hand pieced and hand quilted example of a quilt style and color palette popular from 1835 to 1865. The solid overdyed green and Turkey red cotton sunflowers are 15 inches across, and have crosshatched centers and feather cabled outer perimeters. The body of the quilt is also crosshatched, with 6 inch feathered medallions interspersed between the sunflowers. A fanciful, hand appliqued vine border of alternating green leaves and red holly leaves creates a perfect frame for the symmetry of the pieced sunflower pattern. The binding is a hand applied Turkey red and the backing is white cotton. Professionally hand washed by Betsey. Please ask her for more details. This lovely quilt can be sent 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. Q8528 Red and Green Ocean Waves c.1880 81 x 81 ( 205.7 x 205.7 cm) Massachusetts SOLD Arriving just in time for the holidays, this graphically wonderful Ocean Waves quilt has been used just enough to give it the comforting softness of age while still maintaining its excellent condition. Ocean Waves is a very “North Atlantic Coast” pattern, usually seen in some combination of blues and whites, or scrap assortments on a solid color background. This quilt is more unusual, having been hand pieced from Turkey red, overdyed green calicoes, and a variety of red plaids. Please note that the Turkey red is a blue red, not an orange red; this is quite a difficult color to accurately photograph. The 6 ¼ inch Turkey red joining blocks have been hand quilted with double lines, alternating direction from block to block. The 3 x 2 ¼ x 2 ¼ inch triangles have been hand outline quilted. The 5 ¾ inch border is a deeper overdyed green calico, and includes a 3/8 separately applied Turkey red binding. The border has been quilted with diagonal double lines. The wholecloth backing is a wonderful burgundy floral with ecru flowers and tan highlights. Professionally hand washed by Betsey, this festive quilt is ready for your use! |
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