Applique Rose Quilt
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Quilt Summary:
This "Applique Rose Quilt" by an Unknown Artist was on display at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles.
Category:
Featured Quilts
Style:
Traditional
Owned By:
San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
Name of Maker:
Unknown Artist
Name of Quilter:
Unknown Artist
Year Made:
c. 1870
Awards:
Design Source:
Original Design
Techniques:
- - Hand Applique
- - Hand Quilting
Show or Museums:
San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
Description:
Information on the Quilt from the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles: "This quilt contains 12 large rose and vine stem appliques in fabrics of bright red and green, with a touch of chrome orange, (also nicknamed, "Cheddar"). The block design is an off-center asymmetrical design with one large rose, three buds and leaves on a curving stem. The border with pots of flowers and leaves completes the design. The appliques are done with a fine blanket stitch."
Cotton, c. 1870
Techniques: Hand Appliqued and Quilted