One-Patch Diamond Quilt
Artist
Bertha E. Ames
American, born 1875
Dateearly 20th century
MediumSilk cloth, handsewn English paper-piecing (top layer), handsewn lining, cotton batting, wool floss ties
ClassificationsFurnishings
Credit LineMartha Caldwell Collection
Object number1993.21.5
DescriptionSilk parallelograms of different silk fabrics. Backing of brown silk of flowers and leaf design, lilac, cream and brown. Tied with wool yarn. Backing from wedding dress.On View
Not on viewCollections
SIOUX, PROB. TETON DAKOTA
1840-1850
Tlingit
Late 19th or early 20th century
late 19th or early 20th century