Antique Coverlet Pouch with Quillwork by Lally House

 

Photography by Jan Riser.

Hindman Auction: An Indigo Dyed Linsey Woolsey Quilt from the The Donald F. Moylan Collection

An Indigo Dyed Linsey Woolsey Quilt

Circa 1800

98 1/2 x 95 inches.

Estimate $800-$1,200.

Lot: 0061

Copy and photography from Hindman here.

The Donald F. Moyland Collection, Part I.

Nov 03, 2023 10:00 AM EST

Ax by Rick Gutherie

 

This piece of homespun always reminds me of Rick.

Photography by Jan Riser.

Jan Riser Collection: The Homespun Textile Tradition of the Pennsylvania Germans

• Published by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (February 13, 1976)
• 48 pages
• 98 photographic plates - 6 color including covers

" ....a significant exhibition and publication illustrating the varied textiles utilized within the agrarian society of the pennsylvania germans. and varied indeed were the uses for homespun and handwoven fabrics these industrious people produced....."

$20.00 plus shipping

Contact janriser@mindspring.com

Jan Riser Collection: Antique Homespun Fabric

 

All are in good shape considering age. There is a couple of small repair on the largest of the pieces.

Natural linen – 16 x 40 with loom width of 40 inches

White linen – 19 x 65 with hem on 4 sides

White linen – 27 x 86 with loom width of 27 inches, unhemmed on ends, age stains which may wash out

Antique Blanket

2 piece homespun blanket

AR embroidered initials

Photographed by Jan Riser.

18th Century Bed Furniture

In the 18th century bed furniture refers to cloth objects such as the bolster, bolster case, pillow, pillowcase or pillow beer, sheet, blanket, rug, quilt, coverlet and counterpane.  The bed, bolster and pillow were filled with feathers, chaff or flock and sewn shut at each end.  

Most sheets were either fine or coarse, but could also be tow or twilled.  Fabric was normally bought at a store and made into sheets by someone in the household.  Sheets were center seamed and hemmed at both ends.

Bed Case

Coarse Linen

82” length x 51 “ wide

3 Panels – 2 panels  - 33” wide with 3^rd panel 39 1/2” wide

All 3 panels 82” length

Sewn closed on one end and sewn halfway closed on the other end. The case could be removed, washed and then stuffed with the tick.  The weave is not twill or tight enough to hold feathers. The two examples from Colonial Williamsburg below held straw so it is possible that this one did also. Useable. There are several place where the weave is lose. The photos show the case folded in half.  Bought from a Pennsylvania Antique Textile Dealer. 

American (Likely Pennsylvania) Plain Weave/Tabby Linen mattress Tick - Once Straw Filled

Width 54 1/2" Length with Selvage 27 1/4"

c. 1750-1830

Colonial Williamsburg

American (Likely Pennsylvania) Plain Weave/Tabby Linen mattress Tick - Once Straw Filled

Width 54 1/2" Length with Selvage 27 1/4"

c. 1750-1830

Colonial Williamsburg

18th CenturyCoarse Linen Sheet

83” length x 77” wide

2 panels – 38 1/2” wide each

M embroidered in white
Natural with Age Spots

Age spots, but other wise in good condition for age.  Photos shows sheet folded in quarters. Bought from a Pennsylvania Antique Textile Dealer. 

18th Century Fine Linen Sheet

85” length x 67” wide

2 panels – 33 1/2” wide each
Bleached White, Age Spots

Very fine stitching and small hem. There are repairs on the sheet and some worn spots. Bought from a Pennsylvania Antique Textile Dealer. Useable. 

This is a nice photo showing the comparison of the different textures of homespun fabric.

Copy and photos by Jan Riser.